The Pedigree in the Figure Shows the Transmission of a Trait

question 9

Multiple Choice

The pedigree in the figure shows the transmission of a trait in a particular family. Based on this pattern of transmission, the trait is most likely ________.

• A) mitochondrial
• B) sex-linked dominant
• C) sex-linked recessive
• D) autosomal dominant

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