Which of the following statements is true about sex differences?
a. Rates of miscarriage are higher for girls, while rates of birth defects are higher for boys.
b. Rates of miscarriage, mental retardation, and birth defects are all higher for girls.
c. Worldwide, about 106 girls are born for every 100 boys.
d. Rates of miscarriage, mental retardation, and birth defects are all higher for boys.
Answer: d. Rates of miscarriage, mental retardation, and birth defects are all higher for boys.
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