Which of the Following Is the Safest Statement to Make

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the safest statement to make regarding the origin of gender differences?

• A)Hormonal differences between the sexes account for the largest proportion of the variation.
• B)The reinforcement children receive for displaying gender-appropriate behaviour determines the differences.
• C)As with anything, the explanation of gender differences is complex and must take into account both biological and environmental factors.
• D)The fact that males tend to exhibit more cerebral specialization than females explains the bulk of the differences.

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