Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Factors

question 106

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the factors contributing to gender identity disorder?

• A) Most biological theories of gender identity disorder have proven that the disorder is caused almost entirely by defective genes.
• B) A cluster of cells in the hypothalamus, which plays a role in sexual behavior, has been implicated in multiple studies.
• C) Researchers have found no link between hormonal disorders related to androgens and gender identity disorder.
• D) The evidence in support of psychological contributors to gender identity disorder is significant.

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Definitions:

Action Potential

A temporary reversal of the electrical polarization of the membrane of a nerve cell, allowing it to transmit an impulse.

Synaptic Gap

The tiny space between neurons through which neurotransmitters move to carry signals from one neuron to the next.

Chemical Diffusion

The process by which molecules move from an area of higher concentration to one of lower concentration, driven by random particle movements.

Transmission of Information

The process through which data is sent from one place or individual to another, typically involving encoding, sending, receiving, and decoding the information.