Trait W is found in the individuals represented by the shaded symbols in the following pedigree. Trait W is rare in the general population. Which of the following patterns of transmission is consistent with this pedigree? Select one: a. Autosomal recessive b. X-linked dominant c. X-linked recessive d. Autosomal dominant

Trait W is found in the individuals represented by the shaded symbols in the following pedigree. Trait W is rare in the general population. Which of the following patterns of transmission is consistent with this pedigree? Select one: a. Autosomal recessive b. X-linked dominant c. X-linked recessive d. Autosomal dominant

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Description: Trait W is found in the individuals represented by the shaded symbols in the following pedigree. Trait W is rare in the general population.Which of the following patterns of transmission is consistent with this pedigree?Select one:a. Autosomal recess

Biology (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781337392938

Author:Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg

Publisher:Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg

Chapter16: Human Genetics And The Human Genome

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