Assume research shows there is a gender difference on Trait X and males tend to exhibit more of the trait than females. Which of the following conclusions would best describe performance on Trait X if the gender difference on Trait X is similar to other traits with gender differences?

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If the gender difference on Trait X is similar to other traits with gender differences, it means that there is no extreme difference between the genders, but only a slight difference. Therefore, the most reasonable conclusion would be that the average male exhibits slightly higher levels of Trait X than the average female. Options A and B are unlikely because they suggest extreme cases that are not supported by the research, and option D is too extreme, suggesting a significant difference between most males and most females, which is not supported by the scenario.

Assume Research Shows There Is a Gender Difference on Trait