Several researchers studying the division of labor in families have found that mothers in two-parent households continue to be the primary caretakers of children and that both parents express a preference for this arrangement.Which of the following sociological concepts explains these findings?

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Gender roles are the societal expectations for behavior and attitudes that are appropriate for men and women. In this case, the societal expectation is that mothers should be the primary caretakers of children. Both parents may express a preference for this arrangement because it aligns with their gender roles and societal expectations.

Several Researchers Studying the Division of Labor in Families Have