In the Hardy-Weinberg principle, p2 + 2pq + q2 = ?
Correct answer: B. 1
- A. 0
- B. 1
- C. Infinity
- D. Any value between 0 to 1
Explanation
In the Hardy - Weinberg principle, p2 + 2pq + q2 =1
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