JAMB Biology 2007 Question 46

Question 46

Chromosomes, DNA and Sex Linkage

An accurate identification of a rapist can be carried out by conducting a

  1. A.RNA analysis
  2. B.DNA analysis
  3. C.blood group test
  4. D.behavioural traits test.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (DNA analysis)

Explanation

Each person's DNA (except identical twins) is unique, so DNA fingerprinting of samples can identify one individual. Many people share the same blood group.