Which of the Following Statements Would Indicate a Pedigree That

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements would indicate a pedigree that shows the inheritance pattern of a recessive X-linked disease?

• A) Most affected individuals are females.
• B) Most affected individuals are males.
• C) Males and females are affected equally.
• D) The disease is seen in every generation.

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Definitions:

Cardiovascular System

A complex system consisting of the heart and blood vessels that circulates blood throughout the body to deliver oxygen and nutrients and remove waste products.

Hypertension

A medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated, also known as high blood pressure.

Proper Functioning

The optimal operation or performance of systems, organs, or activities in any given entity or organism, leading to overall health and wellness.

Stroke

A medical condition characterized by the sudden loss of brain function due to a disruption in the blood supply to a part of the brain.