Carlos' Parents Want Him to Do Better in School

question 33

Multiple Choice

Carlos' parents want him to do better in school. The best predictor of improved school performance is whether or not

• A) his friends encourage him.
• B) his parents encourage him.
• C) his teachers encourage him.
• D) he decides he needs to work harder.

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Definitions:

Gender Identity

A person's internal perception of their gender identity, which might differ from the sex they were designated at birth.

Gender Bias

The tendency to favor one gender over another, leading to unequal treatments or perceptions based on an individual's sex.

Gender Development

The process by which individuals develop a sense of their gender identity, roles, and the social and cultural expectations associated with their gender.

Authoritarian

A governing or leadership style characterized by strong, central control and little personal freedom.