When asked if it is okay for a boy to play with dolls, Geoffery says, "Absolutely not, it's a rule that only girls can play with dolls." Based on research on gender roles and stereotypes, what age is Geoffery's most likely age?

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Research suggests that gender stereotypes and rigid adherence to gender roles tend to peak around ages 5-7 and begin to decrease as children move into middle childhood (ages 8-11). Therefore, the most likely age for Geoffery to hold such rigid beliefs about gender and toys is around 6 years old.

When Asked If It Is Okay for a Boy to Play