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Klinefelter's syndrome is caused by the chromosomal condition:
A
45, XO
B
47, XXY
C
47, XYY
D
46, XX
Explanation
Individuals with Klinefelter's have an extra X chromosome, leading to a total of 47 chromosomes (XXY). They are masculine but show feminine development (e.g., Gynaecomastia).
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