You have two probes that detect RFLPs that are closely linked. You have been asked to help settle a paternity case. The two possible fathers have the following RFLP pedigree. The child and mother are also probed with these two RFLP probes. (The data below the pedigree are two Southern blots.) Which male is more likely to be the father? Explain your reasoning.

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You have two probes that detect RFLPs that are closely linked. You have been asked to help settle a paternity case. The two possible fathers have the following RFLP pedigree. The child and mother are also probed with these two RFLP probes. (The data below the pedigree are two Southern blots.)  Which male is more likely to be the father? Explain your reasoning.

You Have Two Probes That Detect RFLPs That Are Closely