Biology How Many Gametes and Chromosomes Result from Human Meiosis?

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Human meiosis results in four gametes from each male and female, each containing 23 chromosomes. In males, the X and Y chromosomes are not homologous, leading to gametes that carry either an X or a Y chromosome, but not both. This is due to the segregation of sex chromosomes during meiosis, ensuring that each gamete receives only one type. The discussion highlights the confusion around interpreting the questions related to gamete production and chromosome numbers. Clarifications on these points are sought to better understand the mechanisms involved in meiosis.
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1. Answer the following questions as they relate to a human cell undergoing meosis.

a) how many gametes will result from each meiosis in a human male and from each meiosis in a human female?

I think it's one gamete each? I'm not sure how to interpret this question

b) how many chromosomes will each of these gametes contain?

Pretty sure its 23 chromosomes in each gamete

c) In a human male the X and Y chromosomes are not homologous and yet the gametes always contain either one or the other of these chromosomes, but not both nor neither. Why?

I really don't know how to explain this one...

Thanks to anybody who can help!
 
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I've figured out part 1 is 4 gametes each from the male and female, just need to to part 3 now. Unfortunately, I still don't know how to explain it properly. Anybody able to help?
 
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