The most recent research shows that the ______ pattern is the most common.

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A study published in the journal Child Development found that the most common gender development pattern in children is gender convergence, which means that over time, children become more flexible in their beliefs about gender roles and behavior. This pattern is different from gender stability, where children maintain rigid beliefs about gender roles, and gender divergence, where children actively resist traditional gender norms. The study found that gender convergence was most common among boys and girls from ages 4 to 11.

The Most Recent Research Shows That the ______ Pattern Is