To determine the likelihood of a child exhibiting dwarfism, we need to know more about the genetic factors involved. Dwarfism can be caused by different genetic conditions, with the most common form being achondroplasia, which is usually inherited in an autosomal dominant manner.
If one parent is affected (meaning they have a form of dwarfism) and the other parent is not, there is a 50% chance for each child to inherit the gene that causes dwarfism. If both parents are affected by dwarfism, the likelihood can vary depending on their genotypes.
Without specific details about the parents' genetic backgrounds regarding dwarfism, it's impossible to give an accurate likelihood. Here are some general scenarios:
- If one parent has dwarfism and the other is of average height (not a carrier), there is a 50% chance of the child having dwarfism.
- If both parents have dwarfism, the likelihood increases, but exact percentages depend on whether they have similar or different forms of dwarfism.
Given the options of 100%, 75%, 25%, and 0%, the correct choice would depend on the specific genetic circumstances surrounding the parents.
If you provide additional information about the parents' conditions, I can offer a more tailored answer.
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