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Question: How are chromosomes passed down to offspring in sexually reproducing organisms? (1 point)

Answer Choices:

( ) Each parent shares one chromosome from every pair with their offspring so offspring have a complete set.

( ) Offspring receive their chromosomes from one or the other parents.

( ) Male offspring receive chromosomes from fathers and female offspring receive them from mothers.

( ) Each parent passes on both chromosomes to their offspring.

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Answer: (X) Each parent shares one chromosome from every pair with their offspring so offspring have a complete set.

Explanation: During meiosis each parent’s gametes carry one chromosome from each homologous pair (haploid). Fertilization joins two gametes, giving the offspring a full diploid set with one chromosome of each pair from each parent.