Which of the Following Conclusions Is the Most Reasonable Statement

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following conclusions is the most reasonable statement of current data on gender role crossover at midlife?

• A) There is no evidence to support the concept of a gender role crossover.
• B) There is reasonably strong evidence that men become more feminine, but no clear evidence that women become more masculine after midlife.
• C) There is clear evidence that women become more masculine, but little indication that men become more feminine after midlife.
• D) There is evidence for an expansion of gender role boundaries at midlife, but little indication of a full crossover.

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Definitions:

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