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BIO 201 Genetics 1 Objective Question

Question

If a couple has four children, what is the probability that all four will be boys?
Options
A 1/4
B 1/8
C 1/16
Correct Answer
D 1/32
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Assuming independent events with P(boy) = 1/2 for each birth: (1/2) * (1/2) * (1/2) * (1/2) = (1/2)^4 = 1/16.

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