What Does the Neurohormonal Theory Suggest About the Influence of Hormonal

question 46

Multiple Choice

What does the neurohormonal theory suggest about the influence of hormonal exposure in the womb?

• A)Being exposed to increased levels of same-sex hormones may direct the brain to develop as if the fetus were the opposite sex.
• B)Being exposed to increased levels of opposite-sex hormones may direct the brain to develop as if the fetus were the opposite sex.
• C)Being exposed to increased levels of opposite-sex hormones may direct the brain to develop as if the fetus were the same sex.
• D)Both A and C are correct.

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