A sex-linked characteristic most likely involves a problem with the _____ chromosome.

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Sex-linked traits are typically carried on the X chromosome. This means that males, who only have one X chromosome, are more likely to be affected by sex-linked traits since they don't have a second X chromosome to compensate for a faulty gene on the first X chromosome. Females, who have two X chromosomes, are less likely to be affected since they have a backup copy of the X chromosome.

A Sex-Linked Characteristic Most Likely Involves a Problem with the _____