According to Figure 3, what is the probability that the individual #12 in generation III will show the trait?

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According to Figure 3, what is the probability that the individual #12 in generation III will show the trait?

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The trait is autosomal recessive in the pedigree. 

  • Recessive: There are found skipping of trait from one generation to another. Generation 1 don't have trait but it is found in second generation. 
  • Autosomal: The trait is encoded by autosomal. The trait is not specific to single sex. Parents are normal in first generation. But it is found in both male and female in second generation 
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