Which of the Following Is the Safest Statement to Make

question 195

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

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