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WAEC Biology 2014 Theory — Question 14

Question 14 of 23 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Biology 2014 Theory paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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4(a)(iii). What is the total number of individuals in the table that are able to donate blood to an accident victim with blood group B? (6 marks)

Model answer

Blood group O is the universal donor (can donate to all groups); blood group B can also donate to a group B recipient. Total % = O(45.2%) + B(14.0%) = 59.2% Number of individuals = 59.2% × 250 = 148 individuals.

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