Down syndrome is most commonly caused by
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. nondisjunction that results in an extra copy of chromosome 21
- Step 1: Chromosomes failed to separate in meiosis. Step 2. The gamete has an extra 21, giving trisomy 21. Answer: trisomy 21 from nondisjunction. Why not the others: The other conditions have different causes.
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