Which of the following information is available in a Punnett square showing the inheritance pattern for an autosomal recessive disorder?

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A Punnett square shows the probability of the offspring inheriting a particular allele from both parents. For an autosomal recessive disorder, both parents must be carriers of the recessive allele in order for their offspring to inherit the disorder. Therefore, the Punnett square can show the percentage of all children (regardless of gender) who are likely to be affected by the disorder. It does not provide information on the specific number of children or the gender of the affected offspring.

Which of the Following Information Is Available in a Punnett