What are the chances of inheriting a defective gene if both parents are carriers? A. 25% B. 50% C. 75% D. 100%

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What are the chances of inheriting a defective gene if both parents are carriers?

A. 25%
B. 50%
C. 75%
D. 100%

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The correct answer would be c) 75%

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