Which one of the following symbols represents mating between relatives in human pedigree analysis?
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Answer
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Solution
In pedigree analysis, a single horizontal line between a male (square) and a female (circle) represents mating; a double line represents consanguineous mating, i.e. mating between relatives.
(2) shows parents with an affected male offspring, (3) shows affected individuals (male, female, sex unspecified) and (4) shows a normal mating.
Answer: (1)