When Amanda's parents had a party,Amanda imitated her mother's hostess behavior by carrying around a tray of cheese and crackers.The guests commented on what a good girl she was and that she was just like her mother.The idea that Amanda learns her gender through modeling and reinforcement is central to ____ theory.

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Social role theory emphasizes the importance of modeling and reinforcement in the development of gender roles.

When Amanda's Parents Had a Party,Amanda Imitated Her Mother's Hostess