Sex Differences in Risk-Taking in the First Year of Life

question 196

Multiple Choice

Sex differences in risk-taking in the first year of life may stem, in part, from

• A)boys being more courageous than girls.
• B)increased testosterone levels in boys.
• C)girls being placed in fewer risky situations.
• D)boys heightened activity levels.

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