What Is One Example of How Gendered Rules Apply Differently

question 12

Multiple Choice

What is one example of how gendered rules apply differently to men and women as they age?

• A) Women face ageism everywhere, while men do not.
• B) Men have two options for looking attractive: young boy or adult man, while women have only one option: young girl.
• C) Women are pushed to age gracefully and rewarded more than men if they do.
• D) Older women who become Career Women are exempt from being judged on attractiveness, while older Gentlemen are still assessed for how good-looking they are.

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