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Which one of the following symbols represents mating between relatives in human pedigree analysis?
BiologyPrinciples of Inheritance and VariationNEETNEET 2023 (All India)
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  • A
  • B
  • C
  • D
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The correct answer is:

In pedigree analysis:

  1. A hollow square represents the unaffected male.
  2. A hollow circle represents the unaffected female.
  3. Solid box or solid circles are for affected males and affected females, respectively.
  4. Double line between male and female is indicative of mating between relatives or consanguieous marriage.

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