Define and Give an Example of Instrumental and Expressive Traits,and

question 15

Essay

Define and give an example of instrumental and expressive traits,and discuss how these traits have either benefited or stereotyped males and females.

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Definitions:

Fiscal Policies

Government policies related to taxation and spending that aim to influence the economy.

Political Business Cycle

A theory suggesting that electoral cycles influence economic cycles, with policymakers manipulating the economy to improve re-election chances.

Fed

The Federal Reserve System, which is the central banking system of the United States, responsible for monetary policy.

Re-election

is the process by which an official, typically in a political context, wins another term in office through a voting process.