Based on Both Atypical and Typical Chromosomal Patterns, What Relationship

question 7

Multiple Choice

Based on both atypical and typical chromosomal patterns, what relationship appears to exist between chromosomal patterns and gender identity?

• A) The presence of a Y chromosome strongly predicts a male gender identity.
• B) The presence of an X chromosome strongly predicts a female gender identity.
• C) The presence of a third chromosome predicts male gender identity.
• D) People with atypical chromosomal patterns tend to identify as female.

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