The SRY Gene Is Located on the Y Chromosome

Multiple Choice

The SRY gene is located on the Y chromosome. This single gene encodes a protein called a transcription factor that binds to DNA and stimulates the transcription of other genes that lead to the development of male sex characteristics, including physical, biochemical, and behavioral phenotypes. What concept in genetics BEST describes this example?

A) dominance
B) discontinuous characteristic
C) polygenic characteristic
D) phenocopy
E) pleiotropy