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In which mode of inheritance do you expect more maternal influence among the offspring?

1. Cytoplasmic
2. Y-linked
3. X-linked
4. Autosomal

Correct answer: Cytoplasmic

Solution

Cytoplasmic inheritance is usually maternal because the zygote receives most of its cytoplasm, including mitochondria and other organelles, from the egg. Therefore offspring show stronger maternal influence than with nuclear inheritance patterns.

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