Thalassemia is a very serious disorder that affects hemoglobin. It is caused by an autosomal recessive gene. If both a woman and a man are carriers, then what is the chance that they will have a child with the disease?

A) 75% B) 100% C) 50% D) 25%


Answer: D

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