Regarding Gender Differences in Childrearing Practices,what Has Recent Research Demonstrated

question 131

Multiple Choice

Regarding gender differences in childrearing practices,what has recent research demonstrated?

• A) That most parents try to teach boys compliance early to curb their aggression.
• B) That infants' "startle" responses are interpreted as either anger (in boys) or fear (in girls).
• C) That girls are encouraged to play more competitively today and are rewarded for this behaviour.
• D) That boys are encouraged to engage in role-playing games but are punished for games that seem too feminine.

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