One hypothesis regarding gender differences in cognitive strengths is that prenatal exposure to _____ affects the development of the brain as well as the body.

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Prenatal exposure to androgens (male sex hormones) has been linked to differences in cognitive strengths between males and females. Studies have shown that higher levels of androgens during fetal development are associated with better spatial abilities in both males and females, but also with lower verbal abilities in females.

One Hypothesis Regarding Gender Differences in Cognitive Strengths Is That