-Concerning the sex chromosomes, which of the following is correct?
A) The Y chromosome carries a greater number of genes for nonsexual traits than does the X.
B) X and Y are different in size but carry nearly equal numbers of genes.
C) The X chromosome carries more genes for nonsexual traits than does the Y.
D) The X chromosome carries only gender-related genes.
E) The X chromosome carries the SRY gene.

Question

-Concerning the sex chromosomes, which of the following is correct?
A) The Y chromosome carries a greater number of genes for nonsexual traits than does the X. 
B) X and Y are different in size but carry nearly equal numbers of genes. 
C) The X chromosome carries more genes for nonsexual traits than does the Y. 
D) The X chromosome carries only gender-related genes. 
E) The X chromosome carries the SRY gene.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The X chromosome carries more genes for nonsexual traits than the Y chromosome, which is primarily involved in determining male sex characteristics.

-Concerning the Sex Chromosomes, Which of the Following Is Correct