If a female rat is exposed to highly stressful experiences late in pregnancy, what happens to the sexual development of her offspring?
A) The genetic males become responsive to male partners.
B) The genetic females become responsive to female partners.
C) Both male and female offspring become unresponsive to all sexual partners.
D) Both male and female offspring become highly aggressive in their sexual behaviors.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Exposure to high stress during late pregnancy in rats can lead to alterations in the sexual development of male offspring, making them more likely to exhibit sexual behaviors towards male partners. This is due to the impact of stress hormones on the developing brain during a critical period of sexual differentiation.

If a Female Rat Is Exposed to Highly Stressful Experiences