Which Parent Contributes the Chromosome That Determines the Gender of a Child

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which parent contributes the chromosome that determines the gender of a child?

• A) Fathers determine the gender of sons, and mothers determine the gender of daughters.
• B) Fathers determine the gender of daughters, and mothers determine the gender of sons.
• C) Both parents play an equal role in determining gender.
• D) A mother's chromosomes determine the gender of sons and daughters.
• E) A father's chromosomes determine the gender of sons and daughters.

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Definitions:

Permissive Parent

A parenting style characterized by low demands with high responsiveness, where parents are lenient and often only step in when there is a serious problem.

Authoritative Parent

A parenting style characterized by high responsiveness and high demands, focusing on setting clear rules and guidelines while also being supportive and nurturing towards the child.

Parenting Styles

The various approaches parents use in raising their children, typically categorized into authoritative, authoritarian, permissive, and uninvolved styles.

Flexibility

The capacity to adapt to new, different, or changing requirements and situations with ease.