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Question 17 • PA Human Anatomy & Physiology A 2026-2027 SMITH IC

Which equation represents fertilization?

Answer
A
haploid + diploid = diploid
B
diploid + haploid = haploid
C
haploid + haploid = diploid
D
diploid + diploid = diploid

Explanation

Fertilization happens when two haploid sex cells join. Each has one set of chromosomes, so together they form a diploid cell with two sets: haploid + haploid = diploid. Therefore, choice C is correct.

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