A carrier woman having a gene for colour blindness and haemophilia on the same X-chromosome marries a colour blind man. What percentage of children will suffer from both the traits?
A
100%
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B
50%
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C
75%
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D
25%
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Solution
The correct option is D 25%
So, there is 25 % of chance of the children suffering from both traits, all of which are boys.