Of the total number of genes inherited by a child:
Correct answer: B. there are an equal number from each parent
- A. more are from the father
- B. there are an equal number from each parent
- C. more are from the mother
- D. there is never a constant number from the parents
Explanation
A child normally receives one set of chromosomes, and therefore roughly half of the nuclear genes, from each parent. This equal contribution is independent of whether the child is male or female, apart from special sex-linked details.
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