In a Debate on the State of the Economy Senator

question 37

Multiple Choice

In a debate on the state of the economy Senator X pointed out that the unemployment rates for teenagers, blacks, and hispanics had increased over the last year, while Senator Y stated that the unemployment rate in the United States was at its lowest level in more than 30 years. In this example, aggregate data is being used by:

• A) both senators
• B) senator X
• C) senator Y
• D) neither senators

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Definitions:

Gender Stereotypes

Socially constructed ideas that prescribe the behaviors, roles, and attributes considered appropriate for individuals based on their perceived sex.

Emotionality

The quality or state of being emotional; the ability to express or handle emotional responses.

Instrumentality

An orientation toward action and accomplishment.

Gender Similarities Hypothesis

The theory that males and females are similar on most, but not all, psychological variables, challenging the idea of vast gender differences in cognitive abilities and behaviors.