3. which of the following is not an x-linked trait?
hemophilia
cystic fibrosis
duchenne muscular dystrophy
color-blindness

Cystic fibrosis

Explanation:

X- linked trait may be defined as the trait  that is located on X chromosome or the inheritance of the trait is based on the X chromosome. The disorders associated with X-linked trait is known as sex linked disorder.

Cystic fibrosis is an autosomal recessive disorder that affects the digestive system, lungs and liver. The homozygous recessive condition is responsible for the disease cystic fibrosis. Hence, cystic fibrosis is not an X-linked trait.

Thus, the correct answer is option (2).

the level of progesterone is low at the pre-ovulatory phase of the cycle but it gradually increases and the levels are high at the luteal phase. if pregnancy occurs, the level of progesterone will be high throughout the pregnancy.

if egg is fertilized and the mother gets pregnant, progesterone starts preparing the uterus for the implantation. it starts building up the lining of uterus and make it hostile of the period of pregnancy.