Which of the Following Is True About Gender and Race

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about gender and race differences in stress?

• A) Men and minorities are most stressed
• B) Minorities are more stressed than nonminorities
• C) Men are more stressed than women
• D) There are no sex or race differences in stress

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Definitions:

Differential Stress

A condition with unequal stresses from different directions.

Compression

The type of differential stress that occurs when forces push in on a rock.

Shear

The type of differential stress that occurs when stresses on the edge of a mass are applied in opposite directions.

Tension

The type of differential stress where stress is directed outward, pulling the material.