Which of the Following Is True About the Hormone Testosterone

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about the hormone testosterone?

• A)Testosterone is only found in males.
• B)High testosterone levels are the cause of almost all aggressive behavior.
• C)Testosterone levels are not related to aggression.
• D)Only a mild overall relationship exists between testosterone and aggression.

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