Multiple Choice
With an autosomal recessive (AR) disorder, it is important that parents understand that if they both carry a mutation, the following are the risks to each of their offspring (each pregnancy) :
A) 50% chance that offspring will carry the disease
B) 10% chance that offspring will be affected by the disease
C) 25% chance that offspring will carry the disease
D) 10% chance that offspring will be disease free
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