With Respect to Chromosomes, the Difference Between Normal Human Males

question 14

Multiple Choice

With respect to chromosomes, the difference between normal human males and females is defined by which of the following?

• A) In females, one X is deleted.
• B) Females possess one X and one Y.
• C) In males, an X is replaced by a Y.
• D) Females have three Xs.
• E) Males have two Xs and a Y.

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Definitions:

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