Regarding the genetic dimension of sex, which of the following statements is FALSE?
a. Two X chromosomes initiate male development, while an X chromosome plus a Y chromosome produces a female.
b. Genetic sex is determined at the instant of conception.
c. Genetic sex remains the same throughout life.
d. Some individuals begin life with too many or too few sex chromosomes.
ANSWER: a
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a. True b. False