The Primary Causal Factor in Sexual Orientation Is

question 75

Multiple Choice

 The primary causal factor in sexual orientation is

• A) genetic, as determined by the fact that 50 percent of identical twins show concordance for homosexuality.
• B) due to brain structure differences, as demonstrated by Simon LeVay's work on INAH-3.
• C) due to prenatal androgens, as demonstrated by CAH syndrome in females.
• D) not clearly understood and may include some or all of the above depending on gender.

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