Differentiation of the Reproductive Systems of Men and Women

question 56

Multiple Choice

Differentiation of the reproductive systems of men and women

• A) begins during the first week of prenatal development.
• B) is completed during the first six weeks of prenatal development.
• C) does not begin until about six weeks into prenatal development.
• D) does not begin until about three months into postnatal development.
• E) both a and b

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Definitions:

Longitudinal Study

A research design that involves repeated observations of the same variables (e.g., individuals) over short or long periods of time, often many years.

Independent Variable

In an experimental setting, the variable that is deliberately changed or manipulated to observe its effect on the dependent variable.

Dependent Variable

In research, the variable that is measured and is expected to change as a result of changes in the independent variable.

Risk Factors

Attributes, characteristics, or exposures that increase the likelihood of a person developing a disease or injury.