Which of the following is true of the impact of testosterone on aggressive behavior in males?
A) Prenatal androgenization decreases aggressiveness in primates.
B) Androgens have organizational effects after puberty.
C) Castration of sex-offenders may reduce aggressive sexual attacks.
D) Testosterone exerts effects on muscles before puberty.
E) Physical castration does not alter aggression.

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Castration of sex-offenders has been found to reduce aggressive sexual attacks, suggesting that testosterone plays a role in promoting aggressive behavior in males.

Note: A, B, D and E are incorrect. Prenatal androgenization in primates increases, rather than decreases, aggressiveness; androgens have organizational effects before, not after, puberty; testosterone affects muscle growth during puberty, not before; and physical castration has been found to reduce aggression.

Which of the Following Is True of the Impact of Testosterone