Monica received good grades in previous math and science courses and attributes her success to her hard work in the classes. She is hoping to go to medical school in the future. Based on the expectancy-value theory, Monica is not any more likely to sign up for difficult science courses in high school and college than her female peers.

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According to the expectancy-value theory, individuals are more likely to choose to engage in tasks in which they expect to be successful and have a perceived value. Therefore, since Monica has experienced success in previous math and science courses and has a goal to attend medical school, she may be more likely to sign up for difficult science courses in high school and college compared to her female peers who do not have the same experiences and goals.

Monica Received Good Grades in Previous Math and Science Courses