Sociologists who study gender in rural areas have noticed that even though everyone in a family has to work on the farm,there is only one person,usually a male,called the "farmer"-the position with the most prestige.This means that rural areas are:

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The fact that only one person, typically a male, is referred to as the "farmer" suggests that rural areas are organized in a patriarchal manner, where men hold the most prestigious positions and have greater power and control over resources. This does not necessarily mean that women are forced to work a "second shift," but it does indicate that gender inequality exists in rural areas. Option B cannot be chosen because if only one person (usually male) is given the greatest prestige, rural areas cannot be considered gender-neutral. Option D is incorrect because the scenario described suggests the opposite of a feminist system, where gender equality is prioritized.

Sociologists Who Study Gender in Rural Areas Have Noticed That