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debasdf

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on: Jul 10, 2018

A genetic trait is considered a polymorphism if the locus governing that trait has two or more alleles.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

The risk of genetic defects among the offspring of first-cousin marriages is no higher than that of the general population.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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sylvia

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Reply #1 on: Jul 10, 2018

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