Practice mode Inheritance

Two parents are both heterozygous (Aa) for a recessive condition. What is the probability that their first child is affected (aa)?

Correct answer A. 1/4

Explanation

Aa × Aa gives 1 AA : 2 Aa : 1 aa, so each child has a 1/4 chance of being aa, independent of other children.

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