Which of the Following Observations Weakens the Evolutionary Explanation of Gender

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following observations weakens the evolutionary explanation of gender differences in spatial abilities?

• A)There frequently was a sex-based division of labour in ancient hunting and gathering societies.
• B)Males are encouraged to engage in activities that provide more practice with spatial tasks.
• C)Males frequently perform slightly better than females on tasks involving mental rotation of images and navigation in space.
• D)Females perform slightly better than males on tasks involving memory for locations.

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Definitions:

Variable Overhead Efficiency Variance

The difference between the actual variable overhead costs incurred and the standard variable overhead costs, based on efficient use of resources.

Labor Rate Variance

The difference between the actual hourly wage paid to workers and the expected (or standard) wage rate, multiplied by the total hours worked.

Variable Overhead Rate Variance

Variable overhead rate variance is the difference between the actual variable overhead costs incurred and the expected (standard) costs, influenced by fluctuations in production activity levels.

Materials Price Variance

The difference between the actual cost of materials and the standard (or expected) cost, indicating how much more or less was spent on materials than was planned.