Although she is only ten,Melinda is a highly skilled lacrosse player.The only kids who play lacrosse in her neighbourhood are boys.When she asks to play,what is likely to be the outcome,based on Barrie Thorne's research?

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According to Barrie Thorne's research on gender segregation in childhood activities, children in mixed-gender groups tend to accept each other based on their skills and interests, rather than their gender. Therefore, it is likely that the boys will accept Melinda based on her high level of skill in lacrosse and will be unconcerned about her gender.

Although She Is Only Ten,Melinda Is a Highly Skilled Lacrosse