In a sex linked recessive disorder carried on the X chromosome, a carrier female mated with a normal male is expected to produce affected offspring mainly among the:
Correct answer: C. Male offspring
- A. Both sexes equally
- B. Female offspring
- C. Male offspring
- D. Only maternal offspring
Explanation
Males receive their single X chromosome from their mother, so sons who inherit the recessive allele are affected. Daughters receive a normal X from the father in this mating and are generally carriers rather than affected.
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