Asked by Mason Harrison on May 02, 2024
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The trait diagrammed in Figure 24.4 is inherited as a(n) 
A) dominant X-linked trait.
B) recessive X-linked trait.
C) recessive Y-linked trait.
D) autosomal dominant trait.
E) dominant Y-linked trait.
Dominant X-Linked Trait
A genetic characteristic encoded on the X chromosome that is expressed in individuals with only one copy of the gene.
Recessive Y-Linked Trait
A genetic characteristic controlled by a gene on the Y chromosome that is expressed only when present on a male's Y chromosome without a dominantly acting allele on the X chromosome.
- Comprehend the genetic factors that influence sex determination and inheritance trends.
Verified Answer
ML
Madison LyonsMay 04, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The trait is only expressed in males, indicating that it is on the X chromosome, and it skips generations, indicating that it is recessive. Therefore, the trait is a recessive X-linked trait.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the genetic factors that influence sex determination and inheritance trends.