Doubt Has Been Cast on Carol Gilligan's Assertion About Females

question 21

Multiple Choice

Doubt has been cast on Carol Gilligan's assertion about females and the care perspective because

• A) the theory is not testable.
• B) her predictions are only valid for females.
• C) the "distinctive voice" concept is true only of females in middle age.
• D) some research studies have shown no major differences between boys and girls using the care or justice perspective.

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Definitions:

Charismatic

Relating to a personal quality that enables an individual to influence, attract, and inspire others through their presence, speech, or actions.

Behavioral Role Modeling

The process by which individuals learn and adopt behaviors by observing the actions of others, particularly those they consider as role models.

Simulations

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Behaviors

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