WAEC Biology 2023 Question 48

Question 48

Chromosomes, DNA and Sex Linkage

What is the probability that a pregnancy would result in a male child?

  1. A.1
  2. B.¾
  3. C.½
  4. D.¼
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (½)

Explanation

The mother always gives an X; the father gives X or Y equally often. XY (male) therefore has a probability of ½.