Research Suggests That Differences Between Males and Females in Mathematics

question 18

Multiple Choice

Research suggests that differences between males and females in mathematics and verbal skills may be caused by psychological and social issues rather than biology because __________.

• A)these differences have increased in recent years.
• B)these differences have decreased in recent years.
• C)these differences have remained constant.
• D)females now score higher than males in mathematics.

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Definitions:

Cognitive System

A complex system in the brain responsible for thought, memory, learning, and perception.

Adaptation

The process of adjusting to changes in the environment, or a modification made to something to adjust to a new use or condition.

Attention Gains

Improvements in the ability to selectively concentrate on specific information while ignoring other distractions.

Weeks

Time units equivalent to seven days, used universally to organize and plan activities and events.