Regarding Fragile X Syndrome, Which of the Following Statements Is

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Multiple Choice

Regarding fragile X syndrome, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A) ​Fragile X syndrome is hereditary and does run in families.
• B) ​More females than males have fragile X syndrome.
• C) ​Physically, those with fragile X syndrome tend to be larger than average during childhood but are smaller than average after adolescence.
• D) ​When learning adaptive behaviors, persons with fragile X syndrome tend to do better with daily living skills than with language and social skills.

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Definitions:

Sexual Conflict

Refers to the evolutionary clash between males and females over reproductive strategy, resources, or mating preferences.

Gender Constancy

The understanding that one’s gender remains the same despite changes in appearance or behavior, usually achieved by around age 6 or 7.

Gender-type Activities

Activities often associated with a particular gender based on societal or cultural norms.

Encourage

To give support, confidence, or hope to someone, often motivating them to continue or begin a task or journey.