Which of the following individuals will inherit an X-linked allele from a man who carries it?
A) all of his daughters
B) half of his daughters
C) all of his sons
D) all of his children

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An X-linked allele is carried on the X chromosome. Since a man only has one X chromosome, he can only pass on his X chromosome to his daughters. Therefore, all of his daughters will inherit his X-linked allele. His sons, on the other hand, will inherit his Y chromosome and not his X chromosome.

Which of the Following Individuals Will Inherit an X-Linked Allele