What causes the primitive gonads to develop into masculine structures?
A. The X chromosome
B. The sex region Y (SRY) gene
C. The sexually dimorphic nucleus
D. Müllerian inhibiting hormone
Answer: B
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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