Which of the following statements about gender and identity is true?

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Research has shown that girls are more likely to engage in "cross-gender" activities and have greater flexibility in their gender identity expression compared to boys. Option A is incorrect as both girls and boys may attach greater prestige to either "feminine" or "masculine" characteristics depending on the context and culture. Option C is also incorrect as research has shown that boys are more likely to be rejected and ridiculed when engaging in "feminine" activities. Option D is partially correct as research has shown that girls do tend to strengthen their identification with "feminine" personality traits, but boys' identification with "masculine" traits tends to remain stable or increase during this age range.

Which of the Following Statements About Gender and Identity Is