The pedigree below shows inheritance of Tay-Sachs disease, an autosomal recessive trait, in two unrelated families. The indicated couple (II1.2 and II.3) would like to have children. What is the probability that, if the couple has 3 children, none of them will be affected by Tay-Sachs disease? Answer in fraction form; no additional words. Example: 1/4

The pedigree below shows inheritance of Tay-Sachs disease, an autosomal recessive trait, in two unrelated families. The indicated couple (II1.2 and II.3) would like to have children. What is the probability that, if the couple has 3 children, none of them will be affected by Tay-Sachs disease? Answer in fraction form; no additional words. Example: 1/4

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Human Heredity: Principles and Issues (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

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Author:Michael Cummings

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Chapter4: Pedigree Analysis In Human Genetics

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Problem 3QP: Pedigree Analysis Is a Basic Method in Human Genetics Using the pedigree provided, answer the...

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