Which Statement Is Consistent with Findings About Gender Differences in Motor

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which statement is consistent with findings about gender differences in motor skills?

• A) Boys tend to be better at sports requiring balance than girls.
• B) Girls are likely to be better at sports requiring balance and agility than boys.
• C) Girls are less likely than boys to excel at sports requiring agility and strength.
• D) Girls catch up to boys in balance and strength around age 10 or 11.
• E) Boys tend to be better at sports requiring balance until age 12, when girls excel over boys.

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