Michael's Brother, Thomas, Lives with Michael in His Own Home

question 21

Multiple Choice

Michael's brother, Thomas, lives with Michael in his own home. Thomas has a full-time job and pays his brother for rent and utilities. Michael's filing status is

• A) single.
• B) head of household.
• C) married, filing separately.
• D) a qualifying widow(er).

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Definitions:

Sexual Conflict

Refers to the evolutionary clash between males and females over reproductive strategy, resources, or mating preferences.

Gender Constancy

The understanding that one’s gender remains the same despite changes in appearance or behavior, usually achieved by around age 6 or 7.

Gender-type Activities

Activities often associated with a particular gender based on societal or cultural norms.

Encourage

To give support, confidence, or hope to someone, often motivating them to continue or begin a task or journey.