The Gender Composition of Online Support Groups

question 41

Multiple Choice

The gender composition of online support groups

• A) is similar to face-to-face groups-dominated by women.
• B) includes more men than face-to-face groups.
• C) includes more women as "lurkers," and a majority of active participants are men.
• D) is not known because people are usually anonymous online.

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