Which Type of Genetic Information Is NOT Included in a One-Celled

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which type of genetic information is NOT included in a one-celled fertilized egg?

• A) genetic instructions for whether the sex of the child will be male or female
• B) genetic instructions for how tall the child will likely be at adulthood
• C) genetic instructions for eye color
• D) All genetic instructions are present from the point of fertilization on.

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