What Does Research Indicate About Women's Risk Taking in Comparison

question 24

Multiple Choice

What does research indicate about women's risk taking in comparison to men's?

• A) Gender has no effect on risk taking behaviour; it is the environment.
• B) The occurrence of risk taking behaviour is similar for men and women.
• C) Women are greater risk takers than men.
• D) Women are more averse to risk than men.

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Definitions:

Incentive Spirometry

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Swallowing Precautions

Measures taken to prevent choking and ensure safe ingestion of food and liquids, especially in individuals with difficulty swallowing.

Client Preferences

The specific desires or choices of a client that influence decision-making in a service-oriented context.

Etiology

The study of the causes or origins of a disease or condition.