X-linked inheritance describes the inheritance of a(n):

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X-linked inheritance refers to genes that are located on the X chromosome and are inherited differently depending on the sex of the individual. If an altered gene is carried on the X chromosome, it can cause a genetic disorder that is more likely to affect males than females, as females have two X chromosomes and may have a healthy copy of the gene on their other X chromosome. Therefore, the correct answer is D, an altered gene that is carried on the X chromosome.

X-Linked Inheritance Describes the Inheritance of A(n)