In chickens, both males and females inherit autosomal genes that control the ability to lay eggs but only hens (females) actually lay eggs. This is an example of a _______________ trait.

a) sex-limited
b) sex-linked
c) sex-influenced
d) maternal influence effect


Answer: a) sex-limited

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