Which of the Following Disorders Occurs Only When the Gene

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which of the following disorders occurs only when the gene involved is inherited from the mother and not the father?

• A) Prader-Willi syndrome
• B) Angelman syndrome
• C) Fragile X syndrome
• D) Down syndrome

---

Definitions:

Genital Response

Physical reactions of the genital organs in response to sexual stimulation.

Excitement Phase

The initial stage of the sexual response cycle, characterized by increased arousal and physiological preparation for sexual activity.

Genital Tissues

These are soft tissues that make up the genital organ's structure in both males and females.

Egodystonic Homosexuality

A disorder (not currently in use) in which the afflicted person is attracted to people of the same sex, but experiences conflict with his or her sexual orientation or wishes to change it.