Asked by Brandon Panda on Jun 22, 2024

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What is the coefficient of relatedness of an uncle to his niece?

A) 0.5
B) 0.25
C) 0.125
D) 0.0625

Coefficient Of Relatedness

A measure indicating the probability of sharing genes between two individuals due to common ancestry.

  • Gain insight into the genetic determinants of animal behavior and relevant evolutionary theories.
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Amber NunezJun 24, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The coefficient of relatedness between an uncle and his niece is 0.25, as the niece inherits 1/2 of her genes from her parent (the uncle's sibling), who in turn shares 1/2 of their genes with the uncle.