"Boys will be boys and girls will be girls.Parents reward their children whenever they behave like they're supposed to." This statement reflects which theory of gender roles?

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The statement reflects social role theory, which suggests that gender roles are a product of socialization and cultural expectations, rather than innate biological differences. The belief that boys and girls are expected to behave in certain ways according to their gender is a reflection of social roles. The idea that parents reward their children for behaving in gender-typical ways also reinforces gender roles as learned behaviors. The other theories listed do not directly address the cultural and social influences on gender roles.

"Boys Will Be Boys and Girls Will Be Girls