Which of the Following Statements Regarding Verbal Ability and Gender

question 209

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding verbal ability and gender is incorrect?

• A) females outscore males on verbal tasks on college entrance tests
• B) girls outperform boys on reaching achievement tests throughout school years
• C) spelling is a strength for girls as compared to boys
• D) boys are weaker at writing than girls

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