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Why do we have different handedness?

Why do we have different handedness?

31 May 2026 Search Volume
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Why do we have different handedness?

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Expert Answer

About 90% of humans are right-handed. Causes likely include: genetic factors (LRRTM1 gene, though inheritance is complex), prenatal testosterone exposure, brain lateralization, and evolutionary advantages to having most members coordinate on the same side. Left-handedness persists at ~10% across cultures.

Key Insight

About 90% of humans are right-handed.

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