________ refers to the period of time between conception and birth.

A. Lactation
B. Gestation
C. Embryonic period
D. Germinal period
E. Fetal period


Answer: B

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Circumcision became popular in the U.S. and England during the Victorian period when physicians believed that circumcised penises would ____

a. be less prone to infection b. be less appalling to women, thus leading to less embarrassment on one's wedding night c. be less sensitive, and would therefore decrease incidences of masturbation and homosexuality d. lead to greater fertility

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What is a likely reason that many high schools do not provide condoms for the students, despite the fact that almost half of students in grades nine through twelve report having had sexual intercourse?

a. Many educators feel that teenagers are not mature enough to understand how to use a condom properly and providing condoms would give them a false sense of security. b. Many fear that providing condoms to students will encourage sexual activity. c. It is more cost effective to deal with the unplanned pregnancies of teenagers rather than the cost of condoms. d. The statistics show that sexually transmitted infection rates amongst teenagers are very low suggesting that teens are capable of practicing safe sex without "guidance"from the schools.

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The term "tearoom trade" refers to

A. impersonal sexual acts in places like public restrooms. B. the selling of sex in brothels. C. masturbation by adolescents within the four walls of their homes. D. unsolicited sex with a child below ten years of age.

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Which of the following is true about the lack of interest in sex?

A. Throughout their lifespan, the levels of libido for women are generally higher than those in men. B. It is the most common sexual issue reported by women. C. The percentage of women reporting no sexual interest peaks at the age of 30. D. Men and women experience this problem equally.

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