An organizing effect differs from an activating effect of a hormone in that an organizing effect ____.
A) inhibits the effects of another hormone
B) lasts only briefly
C) activates excitatory receptors
D) produces more long-lasting effects

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An organizing effect of a hormone produces long-lasting effects, usually during development. This effect involves the alteration of brain structures and/or behaviors that persist throughout life, whereas an activating effect produces more immediate and temporary effects like stimulation or inhibition of certain actions or behaviors. Therefore, option D (produces more long-lasting effects) is the correct answer.

An Organizing Effect Differs from an Activating Effect of a Hormone