The SRY Gene Is Located on the Y Chromosome

question 60

Multiple Choice

The SRY gene is located on the Y chromosome. This single gene encodes a protein called a transcription factor that binds to DNA and stimulates the transcription of other genes that lead to the development of male sex characteristics, including physical, biochemical, and behavioral phenotypes. What concept in genetics BEST describes this example?

• A) dominance
• B) discontinuous characteristic
• C) polygenic characteristic
• D) phenocopy
• E) pleiotropy

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Definitions:

Lose-lose Conflicts

Situations in conflict resolution where all parties involved suffer losses or negative outcomes.

Avoidance

A conflict management style in which the person pretends that a conflict doesn’t really exist.

Accommodation

A conflict management style in which the person plays down differences and highlights similarities to reduce conflict.

Avoidance

The act of keeping away from or preventing the occurrence of something undesirable.