Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is an X-linked recessive condition that causes rapid muscle degeneration. DMD occurs in approximately 1 in every 3500 males, but it rarely affects females. Which statement most accurately explains why DMD affects males more often than females?
Choose 1
Choose 1

(Choice A)
A
The Y chromosome is slower to mature than the X chromosome.

(Choice B)
B
Replication of the X chromosome occurs more often in males.

(Choice C)
C
Male hormones cause the expression of X-linked traits.

(Choice D)
D
Males only have one copy of the X chromosome.

In 2015, about ten percent of total u. s. energy consumption was from renewable energy sources. renewable energy plays an important role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. when renewable energy sources are used, the demand for fossil fuels is reduced. sanjay and his family want to cut back on their use of non-renewable resources at home. they are thinking of an alternate way to heat their home without adding more greenhouse gases or pollutants to the environment. which renewable resource would not fit into their plan? a) solar power b) burning wood c) constructing a wind turbine eliminate d) generating hydroelectric power