Researchers Have Found Some Differences in the Brains of Males

question 2

Multiple Choice

Researchers have found some differences in the brains of males and females.Which one of the statements does not represent a valid finding on differences?

• A)Female brains are smaller.
• B)One part of the hypothalamus responsible for sexual behaviour is larger in men.
• C)An area of the parietal lobe that functions in visuospatial skills is larger in females than males.
• D)The area of the brain involved in emotional expression shows more metabolic activity in females.

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Definitions:

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter involved in reward, motivation, memory, attention, and even regulating body movements.

Cocaine

A potent stimulant drug derived from the leaves of the coca plant, traditionally used as an analgesic but often abused for its euphoric effects.

Neurotransmitter System

A network of neurons and synapses in the brain and body that use chemical messengers, known as neurotransmitters, to transmit signals across synapses to communicate information.

Heroin

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