In humans, there are ________ autosomal linkage groups, plus an X and Y chromosome linkage group.
A) 23
B) 46
C) 22
D) 92

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Humans have 22 autosomal chromosomes, which means there are 22 autosomal linkage groups. Plus, there is one X chromosome linkage group and one Y chromosome linkage group, making a total of 23 linkage groups. Therefore, the correct choice is C, which states that there are 22 autosomal linkage groups, plus an X and Y chromosome linkage group.

In Humans, There Are ________ Autosomal Linkage Groups, Plus an X