Which of the following is apparently true, according to the best available evidence, concerning male homosexuality in the United States?

A) Genetic factors predispose some men toward a homosexual orientation.
B) Most homosexual men had a weak, detached father and a domineering mother.
C) The brains of men with a homosexual orientation are the same in all measurable regards as the brains of men with a heterosexual orientation.
D) About 10 percent of all American men have a homosexual orientation.

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Darlyn Rivera · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  The best available evidence suggests that genetic factors play a role in predisposing some men toward a homosexual orientation. This is supported by numerous studies on twins and family history. Option B is a Freudian theory that lacks empirical evidence, and option C is incorrect as there are differences in brain structure and function in gay and straight men. Option D is outdated and underestimates the prevalence of homosexuality, which is estimated to be closer to 4-6% in men.

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