Many Researchers Have Noted Gender Differences in How Children Interact

question 79

Multiple Choice

Many researchers have noted gender differences in how children interact with peers. Which of the following statements reflects our current understanding of these differences?

• A)Girls, more often than boys, learn to assert themselves within a group of same-sex friends.
• B)Boys, more often than girls, tend to establish and maintain close friendships through compromise, conciliation, and verbal conflict resolution.
• C)Boys, more often than girls, establish very close bonds with one or two friends, and avoid competition and rough play.
• D)Girls, more often than boys, tend to establish and maintain close friendships through compromise, conciliation, and verbal conflict resolution.

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