Females who were exposed to higher-than-normal levels of androgens while in the womb are more likely than other female children to:
A) prefer playing with "boys' toys" such as fire engines.
B) have an insecure attachment style.
C) have a secure attachment style.
D) prefer playing with "girls' toys" such as dolls.

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Androgens are male hormones that can impact fetal development, including the development of the brain. Research suggests that females who were exposed to higher-than-normal levels of androgens while in the womb may be more likely to exhibit "masculinized" behaviors, such as a preference for playing with "boys' toys."

Females Who Were Exposed to Higher-Than-Normal Levels of Androgens While