Sociologist Cynthia Fuchs Epstein Argues That Deceptive Distinctions Are Those

question 52

Multiple Choice

Sociologist Cynthia Fuchs Epstein argues that deceptive distinctions are those sex differences that arise out of the roles individuals occupy rather than from some innate force.Which of the following is an example of deceptive distinctions?

• A) a woman who is a nurse but does not behave in nurturing and emotive ways
• B) a man who is a Supreme Court judge and behaves in nurturing and emotive ways
• C) a boy who is a football player and acts fearless and bold
• D) a girl who is a cheerleader and acts unanimated and unenthusiastic

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