Question

Study the pedigree given below and select the probable mode of inheritance and a human trait that follows this pattern of inheritance.

• A. Sex linked recessive, Haemophilia
• B. Sex linked dominant, colour blindness
• C. Autosomal dominant, Myotonic dystrophy
• D. Autosomal recessive, sickle cell anaemia

Answer 1

The correct option is D Autosomal recessive, sickle cell anaemia

According to given question,



On the basis of given pedigree, pattern of inheritance is autosomal recessive which can be represented by sickle cell anaemia.