What is the primary reason for the difference in strength between males and females?
A. Females have smaller muscle fibers than males do.
B. Females have a higher percentage of body fat, which decreases the strength/body weight ratio.
C. Females are incapable of building significant muscular strength.
D. Females have increased testosterone levels, which decreases their ability to develop muscle bulk.
Answer: B
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