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The maleness of a child is determined by...

The maleness of a child is determined by

A

the X-chromosome in the zygote

B

the Y-chromosome in zygote

C

the cytoplasm of germ cell which determines the sex

D

sex is determined by chance

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B
The maleness of a child is determined by the Y-chromosome in zygote inherited from the father. If X-chromosome is inherited from the father, the zygote will develop into girl.
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