One Reasoning for Why the United States Hasn't Yet Had

question 17

Multiple Choice

One reasoning for why the United States hasn't yet had a female president is because some say there has not been a female candidate who had the agentic qualities previous (male) presidents have had.This is known as ______.

• A)double bind
• B)communal qualities
• C)prescriptive prejudice
• D)descriptive prejudice

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Definitions:

Sex Glands

Organs that produce sex hormones and gametes, such as the ovaries and testes.

Hypergonadism

A condition characterized by excessive activity of the gonads, leading to an overproduction of hormones such as testosterone or estrogen.

Hypothyroidism

A condition in which the thyroid gland doesn't produce enough thyroid hormone, leading to a slowdown in bodily functions.

Myxedema

A severe form of hypothyroidism characterized by swelling of the skin and underlying tissues giving a waxy consistency, most notable in the face.