Which of the following statements about sex determination in humans is correct? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following statements about sex determination in humans is correct?
A. Females have XY chromosomes.
B. The mother’s egg determines the sex of the child.
C. Sex is determined by autosomal chromosomes.
D. Males produce two types of sperm: X-bearing and Y-bearing.
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Human males are XY and produce X and Y sperm; females are XX. The sperm determines sex. Thus, C is correct.

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