Which of the following statements is true of homosexuality?
A) Homosexuality is a direct result of being seduced by an older adult.
B) Homosexuality can be attributed to having a smothering mother or an absent father.
C) The majority of children of gay parents become gay.
D) Homosexual behavior has been documented in over 450 species.

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Homosexual behavior has been observed in over 450 different species, indicating that it is a natural and common expression of sexuality in many animals, not just humans. Choices A and B are both outdated and debunked theories about the cause of homosexuality, and choice C is false - research has shown that the sexual orientation of a person's parents has no predictive value in determining their own sexual orientation.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of Homosexuality