The social learning theory of gender role development states that gender roles develop because:
A)children have few models for gender-appropriate behavior
B)children quickly determine that their genitals are different from others'
C)children are innately programmed to behave in stereotypically "masculine" or "feminine" ways
D)children are rewarded for certain "masculine" or "feminine" behavior

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The social learning theory of gender role development states that children learn gender roles through observing and imitating others' behavior, as well as being rewarded or punished for certain behaviors. This suggests that children are rewarded for behaving in gender-typical ways, leading to the development of gender roles. Option A is incorrect because the theory suggests that children have many models for gender-appropriate behavior. Option B is incorrect because the theory suggests that gender roles develop through social learning rather than biological factors. Option C is incorrect because the theory suggests that gender roles are learned through socialization rather than innate programming.

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