Which of the Following Is the Major Qualification of the Research

question 145

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the major qualification of the research findings on gender differences?

• A)Most of the research has been conducted on white middle-class children.
• B)The data are indicative of group differences and tell us little about individuals.
• C)The findings are based on only a few studies and are therefore not very representative of the population.
• D)There is wide variation from study to study in how the variables have been operationalized.

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Definitions:

Stereotype

Oversimplified, generalized beliefs about a group of people that often do not consider individual differences.

Expectation

The belief or anticipation that something will happen or is likely to happen, influencing perceptions and behaviors.

Group of People

A collection of individuals who are together either by choice or accidentally, sharing or engaging in common activities or goals.

Negative Attitude

A pattern of thinking where individuals expect the worst and see the downside in situations.