Studies Cited in the Text That Were Looking at the Possible

question 47

Multiple Choice

Studies cited in the text that were looking at the possible hormonal explanations for gay,lesbian,and bisexual orientations focused on which of the following?

• A) spinal column length
• B) the older sister effect
• C) exposure to alcohol in the fetus
• D) index/ring finger ratio

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