Linda Nicholson's Theory of "Biological Foundationalism" Argues That

question 11

Multiple Choice

Linda Nicholson's theory of "biological foundationalism" argues that

• A) Biology is the root of gender differences in society
• B) Theories that assign biology a role in gender differences are misguided
• C) The body is a rack upon which cultural attributes are cloaked
• D) Men and women accomplish gender in their everyday interactions

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Abstract Patterns

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Tattoo

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Dreamings

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