Assume a Biallelic Locus in a Diploid Population Has the Genotype

Multiple Choice

Assume a biallelic locus in a diploid population has the genotype frequencies: A₁A₁ = 0.59; A₁A₂ = 0.16; and A₂A₂ = 0.25.What is the observed allele frequency (p) of the A₁ allele?

A) 0.59
B) 0.16
C) 0.25
D) 0.67
E) 0.33