One Potential Disadvantage of Finding a Biological Basis to Homosexuality

question 129

Multiple Choice

One potential disadvantage of finding a biological basis to homosexuality might be that such a discovery could

• A) advance scientific understanding of sexual attraction.
• B) reduce discrimination against homosexuals.
• C) help people understand themselves better.
• D) motivate people to find a "cure" for homosexuality.
• E) promote equal rights for homosexuals.

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