Practice mode Inheritance

Criss-cross inheritance of an X-linked recessive trait means that the trait passes from ____.

Correct answer A. an affected father through his carrier daughter to his grandson

Explanation

A father gives his X only to daughters, who become carriers, and they may pass it to their sons, so the trait skips a generation.

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