The frequency of carriers of this disease is 0.02 in a particular population. Consider many couples like 6 and 7 where one parent is affected and the other is unaffected. On average, what is the chance that the first child of these couples will be affected? Please give a number between 0.0 and 1.0

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anonymous · Answer

Argh i know that question. I'm still trying to figure that out. It has something to do with recombination frequencies.

anonymous · Answer

yes it does . i forgot how to do it.

anonymous · Answer

I had the question answered. Crud as soon as i find my question i'll send you a link. I belive it you divide the percentage of the effect by the number of offspring.