The Incidence of Fragile X in Syndromes Is Half as Often

question 6

Multiple Choice

The incidence of Fragile X in syndromes is half as often as occurs in males because:

• A) females have two X chromosomes.
• B) testosterone contributes to the disorder.
• C) estrogen is a protective factor.
• D) more male fetuses are conceived than females.

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