If a characteristic is X-linked it

A. occurs mostly in males.

B. occurs mostly in females.

C. is always fatal.

D. isn't any different than a normal allele.

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Deshawn Wilson

Biology

2 October, 01:39

If a characteristic is X-linked it

A. occurs mostly in males.

B. occurs mostly in females.

C. is always fatal.

D. isn't any different than a normal allele.

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Evangeline Allison · Answer 1

A. occurs mostly in males. Females may exhibit symptoms but rarely. Female carriers are asymptomatic (not affected). Characteristic cannot be transmitted male to male. Affected males transmit the trait to all daughters.

If a characteristic is X-linked itA. occurs mostly in males.B. occurs mostly in females.C. is always fatal.D. isn't any different than a normal allele.

If a characteristic is X-linked it

A. occurs mostly in males.

B. occurs mostly in females.

C. is always fatal.

D. isn't any different than a normal allele.