The Most Reasonable Interpretation of Socioeconomic Differences in Symbolic Play

question 42

Multiple Choice

The most reasonable interpretation of socioeconomic differences in symbolic play is that

• A) lower SES children are less intelligent than their middle class peers.
• B) lower SES children have different attitudes toward and experiences with the school environment.
• C) middle class children are less frightened by games of make-believe.
• D) middle class children watch more television than lower class children.
• E) middle class children have fewer siblings, and therefore have to resort more often to games of make-believe.

---

Definitions:

Organizational Members

Individuals who are part of an organization, including employees, management, and possibly volunteers, contributing to its goals and culture.

Gender-based Differences

Variations in behaviors, preferences, attitudes, or characteristics often observed between males and females, which can be attributed to biological, social, or cultural factors.

Reward Power

The capability of an individual, often a leader or manager, to influence the behavior of others by offering incentives or rewards for certain actions or outcomes.

Coercive

Relating to the use of force or intimidation to obtain compliance.