Genetic males with testicular feminization (androgen insensitivity) develop looking and acting female. This condition develops because of a genetic mutation that has which effect?
A. It decreases the production of cortisol.
B. It prevents the production of testosterone.
C. It causes a conversion of testosterone into estradiol within certain cells.
D. It prevents testosterone from having its usual effects.
Answer: D
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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