Draw the genetic cross for the given pedigree

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The discussion focuses on creating a genetic cross diagram based on a provided pedigree, where black shading indicates affected individuals. The user expresses frustration after attempting multiple combinations without success. Participants request the user to share their attempts and reasoning to better assist in identifying errors. Additionally, they suggest providing links to correctly worked examples for reference.

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Homework Statement
Given the following pedigree and that Black shading implies sick individual

Draw a suitable cross diagram for the first and second generation offsprings
Relevant Equations
None
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I have tried every possible combination to come up with the cross diagram to no avail
Your help is needed please😩😩😩
 
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Tasha Clifford said:
Homework Statement:: Given the following pedigree and that Black shading implies sick individual

Draw a suitable cross diagram for the first and second generation offsprings
Relevant Equations:: None

I have tried every possible combination
That's amazing! Could you please show us that work, and tell us why each try was probably wrong? Thanks.

Also, if you could link to some correctly worked examples of this type of question, that would help us in replying. Thanks.
 
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