Genetic Genealogy: Chapter 8

 Chapter 8: Incorporating DNA Evidence in a Written Conclusion

1. The following test takers are identified as a match using the "One to One" tool at Gedmatch. Write a citation for this match.

Gedmatch. "One-to-One Autosomal DNA Comparison," database report, v.2, Gedmatch (https://www.gedmatch.com/ : accessed 4 May 2021), Kyle Lyons, kit A001234; Ron Gough, kit M002345; 22.5 cM total, longest block 22.3 cM on chromosome 1 (start-stop points: 222127692-236160966); 20.2 cM on chromosome 12 (start-stop points: 126612824-132276195).

2. Using the tables in question 7 of the "Incorporating DNA Testing in a Family Study" chapter, write a citation for the segments shared by Ira Smith (43) and Robert Smith (33).

"Family Finder," database report, Family Tree DNA (https://familytreedna.com/ : accessed 4 May 2021), for Ira Smith and Robert Smith, predicted 2nd to 4th cousins; matches on chromosome 6 (start-stop points: 134769313-151510948), 19.33 cM, and chromosome 7 (start-stop points: 27322710-47468816), 25.49 cM; documented relationship 3rd cousins once-removed.

3. Write a proof argument based on your own research or one of the exercises in this book. Use the National Genealogical Society Quarterly articles listed in this chapter as models. Form a study group with your peers, join a writing group, or as a friend to critique your proof argument. After you feel comfortable with your writing, consider submitting the article for possible publication in a local, state, regional, or national journal, or enter a genealogical writing contest. Lists of writing competitions can be found online.