Regnerus' Study on the Impact of Same-Sex Relationships on Children

question 49

Multiple Choice

Regnerus' study on the impact of same-sex relationships on children is an example of the ways that research have political consequences because

• A) The research found that young adults who had same-sex parents had worse social, emotional, and relationship outcomes.
• B) The results were not focused on children but young adults.
• C) Regnerus' measurement strategy was questionable.
• D) The findings were used to argue against the legalization of same-sex marriage.

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