American Women Are Far More Likely Than Men to Distinguish

question 27

Multiple Choice

American women are far more likely than men to distinguish between colors like teal and turquoise, or magenta and purple. What is this an example of?

• A) a biological difference between men and women
• B) the gendered focal vocabulary that exists within American culture
• C) the use of paralanguage that differentiates female culture from the dominant male culture
• D) the use of linguistic productivity and displacement

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Definitions:

Cultural Standards

Norms and values that are widely accepted and practiced within a specific culture or society, shaping behavior and perceptions.

Skewed Salary Range

A disparity in pay distribution where a large difference exists between the highest and lowest earners within an organization or economy.

Worker Participation

The involvement of employees in the decision-making processes of an organization, often aimed at improving morale and productivity.

Social Norms

The unwritten rules that govern the behavior of individuals within a society, influencing how they act and interact.