In Many Non-Western Cultures, There Is a Huge Discrepancy in the Extension

question 6

Multiple Choice

In many non-Western cultures, there is a huge discrepancy in the extension of privileges to males and females. In general, girls' behavior is more ________, whereas boys are given more ________.

• A) subject to the control of peers; responsibilities
• B) subject to the control of adults; freedom and autonomy
• C) likely to be regulated by community standards; family-level rules
• D) educational opportunities; work opportunities

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