Which of the Following Statements About the Development of Gender

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the development of gender is INCORRECT?

• A)Male children are more valued than female children even in our own society.
• B)Pressure for conformity to gender roles occurs earlier for boys than girls
• C)Parents are aware of the extent they treat their sons and daughters differently.
• D)Children actively participate in gender socialization.

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Definitions:

Proximal

Situated close to the origin or point of attachment or reference.

Anterior

Anatomical term meaning toward the front of the body; also called ventral.

Frontal

Anatomical term that refers to the plane that divides the body into anterior and posterior portions. Also called coronal.

Sagittal

An anatomical term that refers to the plane that divides the body into left and right portions.