Which of the Following Is NOT a Reason Noted by Researchers

question 174

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a reason noted by researchers as to why boys do better than girls in math?

• A) Girls think math is not important.
• B) parental expectations
• C) social influences
• D) Girls believe they are more talented than boys.

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