Which of the following statements is true regarding amniocentesis?

A. It should be performed between weeks 25 and 30 of pregnancy.
B. It is capable of detecting most chromosomal abnormalities in the fetus.
C. It cannot be performed safely on women below the age of 35.
D. It poses no risk toward the pregnant woman and her fetus.


Answer: B

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The term "opposites attract" best reflects the concept that ____

a. sexual reproduction is a driving force for genetic similarity b. asexual reproduction is a driving force for genetic similarity c. sexual reproduction is a driving force for genetic variability d. asexual reproduction is a driving force for genetic variability

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_____ refers to one's self-identity as homosexual, heterosexual, bisexual, queer, or something else.

A. Gender identity B. Sexual identity C. Sexual fluidity D. Intrinsic fluidity

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Cross-cultural research reveals that people in _______ countries tend to view chastity as a relatively more important attribute in a potential mate than do people in _______ countries.

a) South American; Central American b) Western European; Middle Eastern and African c) European; North American d) collectivist; individualist

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Which one of the following statements about attitudes toward sexual infidelity is accurate?

a) Most men and women strongly approve of sexual infidelity. b) Most women endorse sexual infidelity, whereas most men disapprove of it. c) Very few people expect married partners to be sexually faithful. d) Around the world, most people consider sexual infidelity to be unacceptable.

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