Which of the following is an incorrect statement about Turner’s syndrome?

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Which of the following is an incorrect statement about Turner’s syndrome?

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It results from monosomy of the X chromosome. Individuals with Turner’s syndrome have a 45, XO karyotype. It affects only males. Correct Affected individuals are usually sterile.

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Turner’s syndrome affects females and is caused by the absence of one X chromosome (45, XO).

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