Question

Based on your understanding of sex-linked recessive traits, what can be said about the inheritance pattern of these traits?

1) They are inherited only by males
2) They are inherited only by females
3) They are inherited by both males and females
4) They are not inherited by any gender

Answer 1

Sex-linked traits are inherited by both males and females, but are more commonly observed in males.

Step-by-step explanation:

Sex-linked traits, also known as X-linked traits, are inherited by both males and females. However, these traits are more commonly observed in males because they only have one X chromosome and therefore only need to inherit one copy of the recessive allele to express the trait. Females, on the other hand, have two X chromosomes and must inherit two copies of the recessive allele to express the trait. They are more likely to be carriers of the trait without showing any symptoms.