Related to the Role of Prenatal Hormones and Development of Sexual

question 52

Multiple Choice

Related to the role of prenatal hormones and development of sexual orientation, which statement gives the best description?

• A) Prenatal hormone levels, especially those related to stress, seem to have a significant influence on the development of sexual orientation.
• B) Prenatal hormones seem to be a strong predictor for females related to development of lesbian, bisexual or heterosexual development; however, there is not evidence to support an impact for males.
• C) Males embryos are most impacted by prenatal hormones as a predictor of sexual orientation.
• D) The overall evidence for the effect of prenatal hormones on both male and female sexual orientation development is weak.

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Definitions:

Standard

A recognized level of quality or attainment or a rule established by authority, custom, or general consent.

Probability

The quantification of the probability that an event will take place, represented by a numeric value ranging from 0 to 1.

IUPAC Name

The methodical approach to naming chemical compounds, as endorsed by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry.

Succinic Acid

A dicarboxylic acid with the molecular formula C4H6O4, used in the manufacture of dyes, perfumes, and pharmaceuticals.