What Pattern Describes Sex Differences in General Mathematics Ability Over

question 31

Multiple Choice

What pattern describes sex differences in general mathematics ability over the past several decades?

• A) Sex differences have decreased significantly over time, to the point of virtually identical performance by women and men.
• B) Sex differences have remained stable over this time period, with men outscoring women on virtually all measures of mathematics ability.
• C) Sex differences have widened over time; women now outperform men by a moderate to large degree.
• D) Sex differences have remained stable over this time period, with women outscoring men on virtually all measures of mathematics ability.

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