Question

one way for a genetic counselor to deduce inheritance patterns is to construct a diagram of the inheritance of a trait that is called a(n) ________. a karyotype b pedigree c amniocentesis d preimplantation genetic diagnosis

Explanation:

A pedigree is a diagram that shows the inheritance of a trait over several generations. It helps genetic counselors deduce inheritance patterns. A karyotype shows the number and appearance of chromosomes. Amniocentesis is a prenatal test to obtain fetal cells. Preimplantation genetic diagnosis is used to test embryos before implantation.

Answer:

B. pedigree