A Phenotypic Trait Is Considered Sex-Linked When

question 9

Multiple Choice

A phenotypic trait is considered sex-linked when

• A) a trait occurs only in males.
• B) the genes for the phenotype occur on X or Y chromosomes.
• C) the phenotype is expressed only after sexual intercourse.
• D) the phenotype occurs only in females.
• E) the phenotype is polygenic for both sexes.

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Definitions:

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