Which of These Statements Supports the Notion That Maternal Instinct

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements supports the notion that maternal instinct is a social fallacy?

• A) Maternity is always known, while paternity is potentially contestable.
• B) The biological basis of motherhood begins with carrying and giving birth to a child.
• C) Women feel a drive to procreate and nurture above and beyond what is felt by men.
• D) Women employ a number of different techniques to mitigate, delay, or alter motherhood, including contraception, nannies, extended relatives, and more.

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Definitions:

Consensus

General agreement or collective opinion among a group of people, particularly in decision-making processes.

Consistency

Consistency refers to the quality of always behaving or performing in a similar way, maintaining a uniform approach in actions, principles, expectations, or outputs.

Distinctiveness

The characteristic of being easily distinguishable from others due to unique qualities.

Dispositional Attribution

The process of attributing behavior to internal factors or personality traits.