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Which one of the following symbols and its representation used in human pedigree analysis is correct?

  1. A
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  2. B
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  3. C
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  4. D
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Standard pedigree symbols:Open Square: Unaffected male.Open Circle: Unaffected female.Double horizontal line between a square and circle: Mating between relatives (consanguineous).Diamond: Sex unspecified.The provided source key marks option B as correct.

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Which one of the following symbols and its representation used in human pedigree analysis is correct?
A
image
B
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C
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D
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