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bobbie

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on: Jul 10, 2018
An individual who is _________ is less likely to be infected by malaria than an _________ individual
 
  a. homozygous HbA HbA; heterozygous HbS HbS
  b. homozygous HbA HbA; heterozygous HbS HbA
  c. heterozygous HbS HbA; homozygous HbA HbA
  d. heterozygous HbS HbA; homozygous HbS HbS

Question 2

In a balanced polymorphism, __________ prevent(s) any of the alternative phenotypes from going to fixation or being lost.
 
  a. random forces
  b. genetic drift
  c. cultural practices
  d. natural selection


Pswine

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Reply #1 on: Jul 10, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: c

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: d


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