Which of the Following Is True About Sex Differences

question 67

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about sex differences?

• A) Miscarriage of girls is more common, and birth defects are more common in boys.
• B) Rates of miscarriage and birth defects are higher for boy fetuses.
• C) Rates of miscarriage and birth defects are higher for girl fetuses.
• D) A total of 106 girls are born worldwide for every 100 boys.

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Definitions:

Paradoxical Sleep

Another term for REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep, characterized by active brain waves, rapid eye movements, and vivid dreams.

REM Sleep

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Brain Activity

Brain activity refers to the electrical and chemical processes occurring within the brain that enable thinking, feeling, and bodily functions.

Narcolepsy

A chronic sleep disorder characterized by overwhelming daytime drowsiness and sudden attacks of sleep.