A gene is found that controls the age at which a man grows bald,if at all.That gene seldom affects women,even if they have the gene.What kind of gene is this MOST likely to be?
A)an X-linked gene
B)a sex-limited gene
C)a sex-linked dominant gene
D)a sex-linked recessive gene

Question

A gene is found that controls the age at which a man grows bald,if at all.That gene seldom affects women,even if they have the gene.What kind of gene is this MOST likely to be?​
A)an X-linked gene
B)​a sex-limited gene
C)​a sex-linked dominant gene
D)a sex-linked recessive gene

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Since the gene affects only men and not women, it is most likely a sex-limited gene, which means it is expressed in one sex only. It does not have to be located on a sex chromosome.

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