Passage IThe figure below is a pedigree that shows the inheritance of a trait, Trait G, in a family. The presence of Trait G in an individual is determined entirely by Gene G. Gene G has 2 alleles: G, which is dominant, and g, which is recessive.Each individual represented in the pedigree was assigned a number (shown below the symbol for the individual) for reference. Scientists determined that the Gene G genotype of Individual 20 is gg and that the Gene G genotype of Individual 21 is Gg. Based on this information, the scientists concluded that Trait G is a recessive trait.According to the figure, how many of the grand- children of Individual 1 and Individual 2, if any, have Trait G?

Correct answer: C. 2

  • A. 0
  • B. 1
  • C. 2
  • D. 7

Explanation

The best answer is C. According to the figure, the grandchildren of Individuals 1 and 2 are Individuals 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16, and 17. According to the key for the figure, a black circle and black square represent individuals with Trait G. Of the grandchildren, only Individuals 10 and 16 have Trait G.

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