In a Recent Study of Implicit Attitudes by Rudman and Her

question 5

Multiple Choice

In a recent study of implicit attitudes by Rudman and her colleagues (2007) , people who were close to their mothers and whose mothers were __________ tended to have more positive implicit attitudes about overweight people.

• A) not prejudiced
• B) especially critical of their appearance
• C) overweight
• D) self-confident

Understand the global perspective on gender inequality and measures like the Global Gender Gap Index.

Understand the basic structure and function of the central nervous system.

Recognize the role of neurotransmitters and the process of synaptic transmission.

Identify the components and functions of the peripheral nervous system.

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Definitions:

Transgender

People are uncomfortable with the gender assigned to them at birth or do not fit neatly into conventional male or female gender categories.

Essentialism

Is a school of thought that views gender differences as a reflection of biological differences between women and men.

Innately Competitive

Possessing a natural or inherent tendency to compete or strive for superiority or success against others.

Innately Nurturing

Describes an inherent quality or instinct in some beings to provide care and support to others, often used in the context of parenting or caregiving.