Stella's parents stated that her curfew was midnight, whereas her twin brother, Shane, was allowed to stay out until 1:00. Her parents said that Stella's earlier curfew was because "girls who stay out late get bad reputations-good girls shouldn't be out late." What concept is in play?

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The concept in play is gender, as Stella's earlier curfew is based on the belief that girls should not be out late at night and that it may lead to a bad reputation. This belief is based on traditional gender roles and expectations.

Stella's Parents Stated That Her Curfew Was Midnight, Whereas Her