Google Answers Logo
View Question
 
Q: Multiple Choice Question. Looking for quick answer. Highschool/JC Biology ( Answered 5 out of 5 stars,   0 Comments )
Question  
Subject: Multiple Choice Question. Looking for quick answer. Highschool/JC Biology
Category: Science > Biology
Asked by: operator-ga
List Price: $2.00
Posted: 14 Jun 2004 14:14 PDT
Expires: 14 Jul 2004 14:14 PDT
Question ID: 361046
Dimples and freckles are both autosomal dominant phenotypes. If a man
who is heterozygous for both these genes marries a woman who is
heterozygous for dimples but homozygous recessive for freckles gene,
then what is the probability that they will have a child with dimples
and freckles?
a. 1/16 
b. 2/16 
c. 3/16 
d. 6/16 OR 3/8 
e. 9/16
Answer  
Subject: Re: Multiple Choice Question. Looking for quick answer. Highschool/JC Biology
Answered By: tox-ga on 14 Jun 2004 17:29 PDT
Rated:5 out of 5 stars
 
d. 6/16 or 3/8

Crossing two heterozygous individuals produces a dominant phenotype
3/4 of the time (a). Crossing a homozygous recessive with a
heterozygous produces a dominant phenotype 2/4 or 1/2 of the time.
Thus, to have both traits, simply multiply the two, 2/4 * 3/4 = 6/16.
        r  R
     +------
   r | rr rR
a) R | rR RR = 3/4

        r  R
     +------
   r | rr rR
b) r | rr RR = 2/4

I hope this helps, don't forget to rate. Feel free to ask for clarification.

Cheers,
Tox-ga
operator-ga rated this answer:5 out of 5 stars
As the question may appear it looks like I am asking someone to do my
homework for me but the truth is that these questions are from a test
that I failed and I am now seeking other ways to better understand
these concepts.  I have tried to seek other help with my professor but
she has not been responsive.

Comments  
There are no comments at this time.

Important Disclaimer: Answers and comments provided on Google Answers are general information, and are not intended to substitute for informed professional medical, psychiatric, psychological, tax, legal, investment, accounting, or other professional advice. Google does not endorse, and expressly disclaims liability for any product, manufacturer, distributor, service or service provider mentioned or any opinion expressed in answers or comments. Please read carefully the Google Answers Terms of Service.

If you feel that you have found inappropriate content, please let us know by emailing us at answers-support@google.com with the question ID listed above. Thank you.
Search Google Answers for
Google Answers  


Google Home - Answers FAQ - Terms of Service - Privacy Policy