Baby a Has Two X Chromosomes While Baby B Has

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Multiple Choice

Baby A has two X chromosomes while Baby B has an X chromosome and a Y chromosome. What can you conclude about these two babies?

• A) The babies will have different hair colour.
• B) Baby A is a girl and Baby B is a boy.
• C) Baby A is a boy and Baby B is a girl.
• D) Baby A suffers a genetic error and Baby B is healthy.

Distinguish between subjective opinions and objective statements in the study of sexuality.

Outline methods scholars use to mitigate personal bias in sexuality research.

Critically evaluate the representativeness and potential biases of research samples in sexuality studies.

Recognize ethnocentrism and egocentric fallacy in perceptions of sexuality.

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Definitions:

Cladogram

A diagram depicting the evolutionary relationships between different groups of organisms, showing how they diverged from a common ancestor.

Lines of Descent

The lineage or genealogical sequence tracing the transmission of genetic traits from ancestors to descendants.

Homoplasy

Similarity in the characters in different species that is due to convergent evolution, not common descent. Characters that exhibit such similarity are called homoplastic features or homoplastic traits. Compare with homology.

Modified Leaves

Modified leaves are leaves that have evolved to perform functions other than photosynthesis, such as protection, storage, or reproduction.