JAMB Biology 2004 Question 42

Question 42

Variation

Paternity disputes can most accurately be resolved through the use of

  1. A.fingerprinting
  2. B.blood group typing
  3. C.DNA analysis
  4. D.tongue-rolling
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (DNA analysis)

Explanation

A child gets half of its DNA from each parent. Comparing DNA can show who the father is with great accuracy; blood groups can only rule people out.