Tommy Acts Rough and Noisy Because He Has Learned to Believe

question 120

Multiple Choice

Tommy acts rough and noisy because he has learned to believe that as a male he is supposed to act that way. His behavior is an example of ________.

• A) innate behavior patterns
• B) sex-typed behavior
• C) cross-typed behavior
• D) gender identity confusion

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