Utilizing the concepts of genetics and punette square

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It is known that achondroplasia (dwarfism) and Huntington's disease (a neuronal degenerative disease) are both inherited as dominant traits in humans.

a) Utilizing A= achondroplasia and H= Huntington's disease, answer the following questions and utilize a Punnett Square to show how you determined your answers.

b) Explain the probability that the first child of parents who are heterozygous for both traits will show the achondroplasia however not the Huntington's disorder?

c) Specify the probability that first child will NOT have either disorder?

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