Ethological Theorists Hypothesize That the Play Preferences of Males and Females

question 97

Multiple Choice

Ethological theorists hypothesize that the play preferences of males and females are due to

• A) parents' encouragement.
• B) evolved predispositions.
• C) imprinting.
• D) the desire to be like others of the same sex.

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