Research shows that castration, or removal of the testes in male rodents, leads to a _______ in mounting behavior.
A) large increase
B) slight decrease
C) large decrease
D) slight increase

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Castration, or removal of the testes in male rodents, leads to a large decrease in mounting behavior. This is because testosterone, which is produced in the testes, plays a significant role in stimulating sexual behavior. Without testosterone, male rodents are less likely to exhibit mounting behavior.

Research Shows That Castration, or Removal of the Testes in Male