Both parents are heterozygous for Tay-Sachs disease (an autosomal recessive disorder). Three children in a row were born with Tay-Sachs disease. What is the chance that a fourth child will have Tay-Sachs disease?
a. 25%
b. 50%
c. 75%
d. 100%
Answer: a. 25%
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