Why did the "XYY" chromosome theory fall out of favor as an explanation for criminal behavior?
A) It was discovered there are no longer any XYY chromosome configurations among men.
B) Most criminals do not have XYY and everyone with XYY is not a criminal.
C) The work of the theorist who proposed the theory was plagiarized.
D) The theory only explains deviant and criminal behavior among females.

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Studies showed that most criminals do not have XYY and that not everyone with XYY is a criminal. Therefore, the XYY chromosome theory was no longer considered a valid explanation for criminal behavior.

Why Did the "XYY" Chromosome Theory Fall Out of Favor