Jerry and his nephew exhibit the same musical talent, yet Jerry's brother (the child's father) does not demonstrate this skill. Why is this possible from a genetic standpoint?
a. Parents and children only share 50% overlap in genetic endowment.
b. Aunts and uncles and their nieces and nephews, related by blood have a 25% overlap in genetic endowment.
c. Both a and b.
d. None of these are applicable.
C
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