Fragile-X syndrome usually occurs as a result of

a. paternal age

b. maternal age.
c. unusually high codon repeats on the X chromosome.
d. the inability to metabolize phenylalanine.


c

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a. has narcolepsy. b. is experiencing night terrors. c. has sleep apnea. d. has developed pseudoinsomnia.

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According to Gilligan’s theory, how would Selena, if she were an adult, most likely explain why she chose not to steal?

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Jennifer normally experiences a flood of romantic feelings whenever she smells a particular cologne because it reminds her of her boyfriend. Thankfully, when her younger brother wears the same cologne, she does not experience the same feelings. This is an example of ____

a. ?stimulus generalization b. ?the orienting reflex c. ?operant conditioning d. ?stimulus discrimination ANSWER: d

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List three of the biggest influences on our sexual attitudes and behaviors

What will be an ideal response?

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