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BIO 101 BIO 101 Test Prep Objective Question

Question

An animal has 36 chromosomes in each of its body cells. How many of these chromosomes came from its male parent?
Options
A 18
Correct Answer
B 9
C 36
D 72
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In a diploid organism, half the chromosomes come from each parent. 36 / 2 = 18.

Hint

Body cells are diploid (2n).

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