Which of the Following Gender Differences in Intellectual Skills Have

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following gender differences in intellectual skills have been identified by research?

• A)Girls tend to have better verbal skill.
• B)Girls tend to have better mathematical skill.
• C)Girls tend to have better visual-spatial skill.
• D)Girls tend to have better verbal, mathematical, and visual-spatial skill.

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Definitions:

John Bowlby

A British psychologist best known for his work in developing attachment theory, which emphasizes the importance of early emotional bonds formed between children and their caregivers.

Harry Harlow

An American psychologist best known for his research on maternal separation, dependency needs, and social isolation experiments on rhesus monkeys.

Protective Response

A bodily reaction aimed at defending or preserving an organism's integrity or health from harm or disease.

Attachment Behaviour

The emotional bond that forms between an infant and their caregiver, influencing the child's personal development.