WAEC Biology 2007 Question 58

Question 58

Mendelian Inheritance

Which of the following inherited conditions usually shows incomplete dominance?

  1. A.Sickle cell anaemia
  2. B.Haemophilia
  3. C.Tongue rolling ability
  4. D.Baldness
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Sickle cell anaemia)

Explanation

A sickle cell carrier (HbAS) shows a mild form of the condition (sickle cell trait), so neither allele fully hides the other.