The refractory period is a
A) postorgasmic period when females are relatively unresponsive to sexual stimulation.
B) postorgasmic period when males are relatively unresponsive to sexual stimulation.
C) preorgasmic period when males are relatively unresponsive to sexual stimulation.
D) prepubescent period when males and females are relatively unresponsive to sexual stimulation.

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The refractory period is a postorgasmic period when males are relatively unresponsive to sexual stimulation. During this time, males are unable to achieve another erection or orgasm. Females do not have a refractory period and can often experience multiple orgasms.

The Refractory Period Is a