Which of the Following Is Evidence for a Nurture Explanation

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is evidence for a nurture explanation of sex differences in spatial ability?

• A) Reading and writing are more highly emphasized in girls' early education.
• B) Boys tend to play more games that involve hand eye coordination.
• C) Differences in prenatal hormones influence the formation of brain structures related to spatial ability.
• D) Twin studies indicate that spatial skills, such as mental rotation, are highly heritable.

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Definitions:

Sterile Areas

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Chemical Sterilization

A method of sterilization using chemical agents to eliminate all forms of life, including spores, from a surface or environment.

Vaginal Specula

A medical tool used to dilate the vagina for examination of the vagina and cervix.

Endotracheal Tubes

Flexible tubes inserted through the mouth into the trachea to maintain an open airway or administer anesthesia.