Question

All of the following statements about Bem's theory of sexual orientation are true except one. Which statement is FALSE?

A) Bem proposed the Exotic Becomes Erotic (EBE) theory to explain the development of sexual orientation.
B) The Exotic Becomes Erotic theory suggests that biological factors influence childhood temperaments, which, in turn, shape sexual orientation.
C) According to Bem's theory, biological predispositions interact with early experiences to influence the development of sexual orientation.
D) Bem's theory is universally accepted by researchers and psychologists as the sole explanation for the development of sexual orientation.

Answer 1

The false statement about Bem's theory of sexual orientation is that it is universally accepted by researchers and psychologists as the sole explanation.

Step-by-step explanation:

The false statement about Bem's theory of sexual orientation is option D) Bem's theory is universally accepted by researchers and psychologists as the sole explanation for the development of sexual orientation.

Bem's theory, known as the Exotic Becomes Erotic (EBE) theory, proposes that biological factors influence childhood temperaments, which then shape sexual orientation. However, it is important to note that there is currently no scientific consensus on the exact reasons for an individual's sexual orientation and different theories exist to explain its development. Bem's theory is one of several theories in the field of sexual orientation research.