MOST recessive genetic disorders are:
A) on the autosomes.
B) X-linked.
C) additive.
D) polygenic.

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Most recessive genetic disorders are caused by mutations on autosomal chromosomes, which are non-sex chromosomes. X-linked disorders typically affect males more frequently because they only have one X chromosome, and if it carries a mutant gene, they will develop the disorder. Additive and polygenic disorders are not typically considered recessive because they result from multiple genes and/or environmental factors rather than a single, mutated gene.

MOST Recessive Genetic Disorders Are