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In the following human pedigree, the filled symbols represent the affected individuals. Identify the type of given pedigree

(1) X-linked dominant

(2) Autosomal dominant

(3) X-linked recessive

(4) Autosomal recessive

Correct option

Solution: In the following human pedigree, the filled symbols represent the affected individuals.  The type of given pedigree -Autosomal dominant.

  • The pedigree shows the inheritance pattern associated with the Autosomal recessive.
  • In the case of autosomal recessive, the trait /disease can skip generations of penetrance.
  • The disease person denoted by a solid square holds the genotype of (ww). The partner of first generation has a genotype of heterozygous nature (Ww).