The allele frequencies of the parents in our simulation were p = 0.75 and q = 0.25. The heterozygote has a selective advantage and therefore a fitness of W12 = 1. Assume the homozygotes have a fitness of W11 = 0.4 and W22 = 0.1, respectively. Calculate the allele frequencies after two rounds of selection and show your work.

The allele frequencies of the parents in our simulation were p = 0.75 and q = 0.25. The heterozygote has a selective advantage and therefore a fitness of W12 = 1. Assume the homozygotes have a fitness of W11 = 0.4 and W22 = 0.1, respectively. Calculate the allele frequencies after two rounds of selection and show your work.

Human Heredity: Principles and Issues (MindTap Course List)

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Author:Michael Cummings

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Chapter19: Population Genetics And Human Evolution

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