In Humans, Which Condition Does Sex Determination Generally Depend Upon

Question

In humans, which condition does sex determination generally depend upon?
A) on the environment in the womb
B) on the number of X chromosomes present
C) on whether or not the Y chromosome is present
D) on whether or not the X chromosome is present

Accepted Answer

Sex determination in humans generally depends on the presence or absence of the Y chromosome. Individuals with a Y chromosome typically develop as males, while those without a Y chromosome typically develop as females.