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. Sex is determined by autosomal chromosomes.
B. The mother’s egg determines the sex of the child.
C. Females have XY chromosomes.
D. Males produce two types of sperm: X-bearing and Y-bearing.
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
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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