Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Role of Socialization

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the role of socialization in gender development?

• A) Gender identity develops from a biological basis in concert with personal, parental, peer, and societal pressures.
• B) Parents can successfully force gender reassignment only if all environmental influences are fully sex-typed.
• C) Parents must carefully monitor cross-gender play (i.e., boys wearing dresses) to reduce gender identity confusion.
• D) With regard to gender development, children are most influenced by peers.

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Definitions:

Primary Appraisal

Describes the initial evaluation process where a person decides whether a stimulus is a threat, beneficial, or irrelevant to their well-being.

Distress

Extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain, whether emotional or physical, that affects an individual's level of functioning or well-being.

Stressful Situation

Circumstances or events that induce a state of tension or stress, often requiring adaptation or coping mechanisms.

Social Support

Assistance or comfort provided by others, which can be emotional, informational, or practical in nature.