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Genes located on Y-chromosome are

1. mutant genes
2. sex-linked genes
3. autosomal genes
4. holandric genes

Correct answer: holandric genes

Solution

Genes on the Y chromosome are inherited through the male line only, so they are called holandric genes. They are not autosomal, and while they are sex-linked in a broad sense, the specific term for Y-linked genes is holandric.

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