In humans, deaf-mutism is a single trait that is controlled by two pairs of genes. The dominant member of EACH pair is the normal gene while the recessive allele is the one that causes the abnormality. A normal-hearing person must have at least ONE dominant allele of EACH PAIR (at least one D AND one M). From the following matings, determine the probability that a child born will be a deaf-mute. (Please note: there are only 2 possible phenotypes. The offspring will either be normal-hearing OR deaf-mute). Please show ALL work using punnett squares. a.) DDMM x DDMM b.) DdMm x DDMM c.) DdMm x DdMm d.) DdMM x DdMm

In humans, deaf-mutism is a single trait that is controlled by two pairs of genes. The dominant member of EACH pair is the normal gene while the recessive allele is the one that causes the abnormality. A normal-hearing person must have at least ONE dominant allele of EACH PAIR (at least one D AND one M). From the following matings, determine the probability that a child born will be a deaf-mute. (Please note: there are only 2 possible phenotypes. The offspring will either be normal-hearing OR deaf-mute). Please show ALL work using punnett squares. a.) DDMM x DDMM b.) DdMm x DDMM c.) DdMm x DdMm d.) DdMM x DdMm

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Human Biology (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter19: Introduction To Genetics

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Problem 4CT: The young woman shown at right has albinismvery pale skin, white hair, and pale blue eyes. This...

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