According to Talcott Parsons, instrumental traits make up the essence of femininity for girls and expressive traits make up the essence of masculinity for boys.

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Talcott Parsons argued the opposite: instrumental traits (such as competitiveness and assertiveness) are characteristic of masculinity, while expressive traits (such as nurturing and caring) are characteristic of femininity.

According to Talcott Parsons, Instrumental Traits Make Up the Essence