A Gene Is Considered to Be Non-Mendelian in Its Inheritance

question 40

Multiple Choice

A gene is considered to be non-Mendelian in its inheritance pattern if it seems to "violate" Mendel's laws. Which of the following would be considered Mendelian?

• A) a gene whose expression varies depending on the gender of the transmitting parent
• B) a gene derived solely from maternal inheritance
• C) a gene transmitted via the cytoplasm or cytoplasmic structures
• D) a gene transmitted to males from the maternal line and from fathers to daughters
• E) a gene transmitted by a virus to egg-producing cells

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