According to the text, adults observing "a boy" described his reaction to a strange toy as "pleasure" or "excitement"; those told they were observing "a girl" described her reaction as "fearful." What sociological phenomenon is illustrated by this difference?

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The difference in perception of the child's reaction based on their gender illustrates the sociological phenomenon of gendered perceptions, where societal norms and expectations affect the way individuals perceive and interpret behaviors based on the gender of the individual.

According to the Text, Adults Observing "A Boy" Described His