Sexual behavior is most likely to occur when sex hormones (testosterone and estradiol) prime the neurons in the hypothalamus to release the neurotransmitter ____.

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Sexual behavior is most influenced by the release of dopamine in the hypothalamus. Serotonin and norepinephrine are involved in mood regulation and arousal, but not specifically in sexual behavior. Acetylcholine is a neurotransmitter involved in muscle control and cognitive function.

Sexual Behavior Is Most Likely to Occur When Sex Hormones