Question 2

(Multiple Choice)

The frequency of sickle cell anemia,caused by a homozygous condition (HbsHbs)is approximately 0.0016.The normal condition is also a homozygous condition (HbAHbA).Assuming the Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium applies,what is the frequency of the carrier state (HbAHbs)?


A) 0.0228
B) 0.0432
C) 0.0768
D) 0.0987
E) 0.0384

Answer

C