Most individuals who have X-linked diseases are males because
A. males have an extra Y chromosome.
B. males have only one copy of the X chromosome.
C. males have an extra X chromosome, making them XXY.
D. the diseases are triggered by the male sex hormone, testosterone.
Answer: B
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