In some societies, girls were (and sometimes still are) given clitoridectomies (genital mutilations) in order to prevent their "insatiable and shameful" sexual drives. This suggests that current American views (and studies) showing men with greater sex drives are likely the result of

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The correct answer is C) culture-specific gender stereotypes. This suggests that the perception of men having greater sex drives than women in American society could be influenced by cultural norms and stereotypes rather than biological differences. The practice of clitoridectomies in some societies to control women's sexuality highlights how cultural beliefs and practices can shape perceptions and behaviors related to gender and sexuality.

In Some Societies, Girls Were (And Sometimes Still Are) Given