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BIO 101 Last Min Prep Objective Question

Question

In humans, an individual with an XXY chromosomal complement will develop as: A. An individual with no secondary sexual characteristics B. a male C. a female D. super female E. hermaphrodites
Options
A An individual with no secondary sexual characteristics
B a male
Correct Answer
C a female
D super female
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

An individual with XXY chromosomes (Klinefelter syndrome) develops as a male. The presence of a Y chromosome (specifically the SRY gene) triggers male sexual development. However, they may have reduced testosterone, infertility, and some female secondary characteristics.

Hint

The Y chromosome makes them male.

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