Which Is a Finding from the Research on Gender Differences

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which is a finding from the research on gender differences in the functioning of corrections officers?

• A) Female corrections officers are better able to diffuse violent situations.
• B) Male corrections officers are more frequently excluded from informal social networks.
• C) Female corrections officers demonstrate more concern about victimization by inmates
• D) Male corrections officers are less likely to experience work-family conflict

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