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For a cross Aa × Aa, what fraction of offspring are expected to be aa?

  1. Each parent can contribute A or a with probability 1/2 under the simple Mendelian model.
  2. The four equally likely combinations are AA, Aa, aA, and aa.
  3. One of the four combinations is aa, so the expected fraction is 1/4 or 25%. This is an expected probability, not a guarantee for four offspring.

Tips for a useful explanation

  • Separate genotype from phenotype.
  • Check whether a trait follows simple dominance before using a basic Punnett square.
  • Use arrows and labels to explain a process such as photosynthesis.

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Does a Punnett square predict the exact number of offspring?

No. It predicts probabilities under a stated inheritance model. Real counts can vary, especially for small numbers of offspring.

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