Which circumstance will be most likely to cause a genetic male to develop a mostly feminine anatomy?
A) Exposure to more than the usual amount of estrogen during an early sensitive period
B) Exposure to more than the usual amount of testosterone during an early sensitive period
C) A condition that prevents androgens from exerting their effects
D) Excessive levels of alpha-fetoprotein in his blood

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A condition that prevents androgens from exerting their effects, such as androgen insensitivity syndrome, can lead to a genetic male (XY chromosome) developing a mostly feminine anatomy despite having male genetic makeup. This is because the body's cells cannot respond to androgens, the hormones that typically guide the development of male physical traits.

Which Circumstance Will Be Most Likely to Cause a Genetic