A doctor finds that the mammary glands of a woman are not functioning due to a genetic abnormality that influences the structural design of the thoracic cavity.This is likely the result of a mutation:

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Hox genes play a crucial role in the development and patterning of the body plan, including the formation of mammary glands. Mutations in these genes can result in structural abnormalities in the thoracic cavity, which may impact the function of the mammary glands. Mutations on the sex chromosomes or HSV-1 are unlikely to directly impact the structures associated with mammary gland function. Therefore, the best answer is B).

A Doctor Finds That the Mammary Glands of a Woman