There Is an Area of the Hypothalamus That Typically Differs

question 79

Multiple Choice

There is an area of the hypothalamus that typically differs in size between men and women. Research has found that the size of this area in gay men is comparable to that of heterosexual women and the size of this area for lesbians is comparable to heterosexual men. What is the most reasonable interpretation of this finding?

• A) This area of the hypothalamus plays a role in the development of sexual orientation.
• B) This area of the hypothalamus develops in response to sexual orientation.
• C) This area of the hypothalamus is influenced by the same underlying genetic pattern as sexual orientation.
• D) A causal connection cannot be deduced from this finding.

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