The Textbook Argues That,instead of Trying to Explain Gender Differences

question 73

Multiple Choice

The textbook argues that,instead of trying to explain gender differences in terms of only our genes,our cultural learning experiences,or in our minds,we should

• A) look for gender differences as a product of all of these working together.
• B) look for gender differences only in our culture and our genes.
• C) focus primarily on how gender differences assist with mating behavior.
• D) focus primarily on how gender differences impact helping behavior and aggression.

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