Which of the Following Is NOT a Characteristic of X-Linked

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of X-linked recessive traits in humans?

• A) More males than females are affected.
• B) Approximately one-half of the sons of a female carrier are affected.
• C) They cannot be passed from father to son.
• D) Phenotypically normal daughters of affected men are always carriers.
• E) Affected daughters always have an affected mother.

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