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Steven Pinker and Elizabeth Spelke Provide Compelling Arguments for Their

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Steven Pinker and Elizabeth Spelke provide compelling arguments for their positions regarding the current underrepresentation of women in science,math,and engineering faculties.Summarize their positions and propose a research question that would improve our understanding of this controversial issue.


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Social Desirability

The behavior of those answering questions to do so in a manner they assume will generate favorable opinions from others.

Distinctiveness

A principle suggesting that an event or object is memorable or noticeable because it differs significantly from other events or objects.

Consistency

The principle of maintaining the same attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors over time, which contributes to the predictability and stability of one's actions.

Neuroticism

A personality trait characterized by a long-term tendency to be in a negative emotional state, including feelings of anxiety, depression, and emotional instability.

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