Those Who Continue to Use the Term Sex Differences Rather

question 18

Multiple Choice

Those who continue to use the term sex differences rather than the term gender differences have argued that

• A) these differences have a biological basis and that basis should be acknowledged.
• B) changing the definition is pointless without changing the underlying conceptualization.
• C) it is impossible to know what is biological and what is social.
• D) the term gender differences is only a substitution of terms rather than a change of definition.

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Definitions:

Intergroup Behaviour

Refers to how different groups interact, share prejudices, compete, and cooperate with each other.

Fraternalistic Deprivation

A sense of resentment or injustice felt by individuals who perceive that their group is unfairly disadvantaged compared to other groups.

Perceived Personal Deprivation

An individual's feeling or belief that they are lacking in some respect compared to others.

Fundamental Attribution Error

The Fundamental Attribution Error is a cognitive bias where people tend to overemphasize personality-based explanations for behaviors observed in others while underestimating situational explanations.