The Stereotype That Men Have an Excessive, Sometimes Abusive, Sex

question 41

Multiple Choice

The stereotype that men have an excessive, sometimes abusive, sex drive is often blamed on testosterone. In light of this, what does physical anthropologist Helen Fisher believe is important to note about this neurochemical?

• A) It is only found in humans when they are highly aroused.
• B) Testosterone is found in much higher levels in women.
• C) Testosterone is found in all mammals.
• D) Testosterone is found in both men and women.

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