Multiple choice

The theory explaining that the ratio between the number of X-chromosomes and the number of complete sets of autosomes will determine the sex is known as

  1. chromosome theory of sex determination

  2. genic balance theory of sex determination

  3. hormone balance theory of sex determination

  4. environmental sex determination theory

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The theory where ratio between the number of X-chromosomes and number of complete sets of autosomes will determine the sex is known as genic balance theory of sex determination. The X-chromosome is believed to carry female tendency genes, while autosomes carry male tendency genes.