Question

5. AA = totally normal AS = sickle cell trait SS = sickle cell anemia

Two people with sickle cell trait marry. Tell the following
a. % having a child totally normal ______
b. % having a child with sickle cell trait _____
c. % having a child with sickle cell anemia ______

Answer 1

Answer: a) 25% b) 50% c) 25%

Explanation: Take a look at this punnet square. It shows you exactly what you need for the answer. The lines are the different boxes

_A_| _S_

A |AA | AS|

S |AS | SS|