Which of these is an example of gender socialization?
A) Parents of a college student encourage their son to pursue a career in teaching.
B) Parents of a young girl encourage her to excel in mathematics and science.
C) A young girl wants a toy truck for her birthday, but her parents buy her a Barbie van instead.
D) A young boy loves to sing, so his parents enroll him in a drama camp for the summer.

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C is an example of gender socialization because it reflects societal expectations about gender-appropriate toys, steering the girl towards a more traditionally feminine toy despite her interest in a toy truck.

Which of These Is an Example of Gender Socialization