Regarding fragile X syndrome, which of the following statements is FALSE?
A) Fragile X syndrome is hereditary and does run in families.
B) More females than males have fragile X syndrome.
C) Physically, those with fragile X syndrome tend to be larger than average during childhood but are smaller than average after adolescence.
D) When learning adaptive behaviors, persons with fragile X syndrome tend to do better with daily living skills than with language and social skills.

Question

Regarding fragile X syndrome, which of the following statements is FALSE?
A) ​Fragile X syndrome is hereditary and does run in families.
B) ​More females than males have fragile X syndrome.
C) ​Physically, those with fragile X syndrome tend to be larger than average during childhood but are smaller than average after adolescence.
D) ​When learning adaptive behaviors, persons with fragile X syndrome tend to do better with daily living skills than with language and social skills.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Fragile X syndrome occurs more frequently in males than in females. Females can be carriers of the fragile X mutation and can pass it on to their children, but they are less likely to develop the full syndrome due to the protective effect of having a second X chromosome.

Regarding Fragile X Syndrome, Which of the Following Statements Is