Kendall is left-handed. Which of the following statements is true of her handedness?

A) Being right-handed appears to provide a somewhat greater-than-average probability of health problems.
B) Being right-handed appears to provide a somewhat greater-than-average probability of language problems.
C) Being left-handed was once seen as a deficiency.
D) Handedness is acquired by a person as a result of conditioning and is not hereditary.

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Final Answer : C, Explanation :  Historically, being left-handed was seen as a deficiency, with left-handed children being forced to write with their right hand. However, in modern times, we understand that left-handedness is simply a natural variation in human biology, and there are even some advantages to being left-handed. Option B is incorrect, as research has not shown a significant link between right-handedness and language problems. Option A is also incorrect, as there is no evidence to suggest that right-handedness is associated with a greater probability of health problems. Option D is false, as research has shown that handedness is largely determined by genetics.

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