If your parents are heterozygous for a gene, what is the chance that you will have at least one copy of it?
A) 0%
B) 25%
C) 50%
D) 75%

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If both parents are heterozygous for a gene, each has one copy of the allele and one copy of the alternative allele. The possible combinations for their offspring are: one allele from each (heterozygous like the parents), both alleles from both parents, or the alternative allele from both parents. This results in a 75% chance of inheriting at least one copy of the gene in question.

If Your Parents Are Heterozygous for a Gene, What Is