Studies on Gender and Math Has Suggested All of the Following

question 26

Multiple Choice

Studies on gender and math has suggested all of the following, EXCEPT:

• A)boys are inherently more skilled in math than girls.
• B)boys prefer to use spatial representations and memory to solve math problems.
• C)girls prefer math strategies paired with manipulatives to solve math problems.
• D)teachers may reinforce positive performance in math with attention and praise more often for boys than for girls.

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