The Social-Role Theory and the Evolutionary Theory of Gender Differences

question 73

Multiple Choice

The social-role theory and the evolutionary theory of gender differences agree that,thousands of years ago:

• A) the childbearing role of women fostered the learning of helpful and nurturing behavior among women.
• B) men and women began to expect of themselves the gender-specific qualities expected by society.
• C) the realities of reproduction for women and men's greater physical strength led to greater male dominance.
• D) strong,fearless males who were better hunters were more likely to survive,causing men to eventually excel in hunting-related skills.

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