Which of the following statements is true about sexual orientation?
A) Adoptive relatives are just as likely as biological relatives to share a homosexual orientation.
B) Male homosexuality tends to be more common on the paternal than the maternal side of families.
C) The evidence to date suggests that genetic and prenatal biological influences are largely responsible for homosexuality.
D) One gene-mapping study found that among 40 pairs of homosexual brothers, 82 percent had an identical segment of DNA on the Y chromosome.

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The consensus among researchers is that a combination of genetic, hormonal, and environmental influences contribute to sexual orientation, with genetic and prenatal biological factors playing a significant role. Options A, B, and D are not supported by the majority of scientific evidence.

Which of the Following Statements Is True About Sexual Orientation