The Inheritance of a Genetic Trait in Sheep
The Pedigree Chart of Genetic Trait Inheritance in Sheep
A genetic trait is passed down through generations, showing a pattern of inheritance within a line of sheep. The pedigree chart below illustrates how a specific trait is transmitted from parent to offspring in a lineage of sheep.
The chart reveals the relationship between different sheep in several generations. Each sheep is represented by a number, with arrows indicating the flow of genetic information from one generation to the next.
If sheep 7 was to have offspring, in which generation would the offspring be?
A. First
B. Second
C. Third
D. Fourth
If sheep 7 was to have offspring, in which generation would the offspring be? The answer is C. third.