Question 1

According to Sandra Bem,which statement is FALSE regarding highly masculine men,highly feminine women,and androgynous individuals?

Accepted Answer

Sandra Bem's research suggests that highly masculine men may indeed have difficulty expressing more traditionally feminine traits such as warmth, playfulness, and concern, which contradicts the statement in option A.

Question 2

Regarding recent studies of androgyny,which of the following statements is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Recent studies of androgyny indicate that scoring high in "masculinity" is related to high self-esteem and to success in many situations. However, the other options are not supported by the research.

Question 3

Jennifer can be assertive and a risk-taker when her job calls for these characteristics,while she is caring,compassionate,and sensitive to her children's needs.According to Sandra Bem,Jennifer is exhibiting

Accepted Answer

Androgyny refers to the presence of both stereotypically masculine and feminine traits in an individual's personality. Jennifer's behavior of being assertive and a risk-taker (typically seen as masculine traits) in her job, and at the same time being caring, compassionate and sensitive to her children's needs (typically seen as feminine traits) suggest that she has an androgynous personality.

Question 4

Which of the following would be considered "neutral" traits on the Bem Sex Role Inventory?

Accepted Answer

Truthful and friendly can be considered as neutral traits because they are not strongly associated with either masculine or feminine gender roles. Self-reliant and loyal can be seen as slightly more masculine, athletic and decisive as slightly more feminine, while cheerful and child-like may be considered more strongly feminine.

Question 5

According to Sandra Bem,being psychologically androgynous is adaptable for

Accepted Answer

Sandra Bem's theory of psychological androgyny states that possessing both stereotypically masculine and feminine traits is adaptable for both adult men and women, allowing them to be more flexible in their behavior and better able to cope with a variety of situations.

Question 6

According to Sandra Bem,which statement is FALSE regarding highly masculine men?

Accepted Answer

Sandra Bem's research shows that highly masculine men have difficulty expressing emotions such as warmth, playfulness, and concern, even when they are appropriate to the situation. They also tend to be interested in sports and display their physical attributes. They usually have mostly male friends and dislike feminists. However, Bem's research does not support the statement that highly masculine men are able to accept emotional support from women but not from other men.

Question 7

When Bem administered her Sex Role Inventory to a group of male and female participants,she found what percent of participants fell into traditional feminine or masculine categories?

Accepted Answer

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Question 8

The word androgyny refers to having both masculine and feminine traits and literally means

Accepted Answer

Androgyny comes from the Greek words 'andro' meaning male and 'gyny' meaning female, hence it means 'man-woman'.

Question 9

When Bem administered her Sex Role Inventory to a group of male and female participants,which of the following was one of the findings?

Accepted Answer

One of the findings of Bem's Sex Role Inventory was that 35% of participants fell into the androgynous category, meaning they scored high on both masculine and feminine traits. This indicates a possible shift away from strictly traditional gender roles. Options B, C, and D are not supported by the information given.

Question 10

Psychologist Sandra Bem believes that optimal adjustment occurs when

Accepted Answer

Sandra Bem's theory of androgyny suggests that optimal adjustment occurs when both males and females exhibit both masculine and feminine traits. This allows individuals to have a wider range of behavioral options and can help to reduce stereotyping and gender bias. In contrast, the other options presented (A, B, and C) all promote strict adherence to traditional gender roles, which can limit individuals' ability to express themselves fully and can contribute to societal inequality.

Question 11

When Bem administered her Sex Role Inventory to a group of male and female participants,she found what percent of participants scored higher on traits of the opposite sex?

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

Hannah utilizes firm assertive control over classroom behavior,while exhibiting a caring,playful manner as she guides her class through the complex lecture material.According to Bem,Hannah is exhibiting

Accepted Answer

Hannah is exhibiting androgyny, which is the presence of both masculine and feminine characteristics in an individual's behaviors and traits. She is assertive, traditionally seen as a masculine trait, while also being caring and playful, traditionally seen as feminine traits. This integration of both gender-typed behaviors is characteristic of androgynous individuals. The other options are not applicable in this scenario.

Question 13

Subjects who scored high on both masculine and feminine items of the Bem Sex Role Inventory tended to be more

Accepted Answer

People who score high on both masculine and feminine traits tend to be more adaptable, as they have a wider range of behaviors and can adjust to different situations more easily.

Question 14

Researcher Sandra Bem believes that whether one shows masculine traits or feminine traits should depend on

Accepted Answer

According to Sandra Bem, showing masculine or feminine traits should depend on what the situation requires, rather than being dictated by biological factors or cultural norms. This perspective aligns with the concept of androgyny, which emphasizes the importance of flexibility and adaptability in terms of gender expression. Additionally, sexual orientation is not necessarily directly related to gender expression or behavior.

Question 15

Researcher Sandra Bem believes our complex society requires flexibility with respect to gender roles and that both men and women should become more

Accepted Answer

Sandra Bem believes that traditional gender roles limit individuals and that being androgynous, having a combination of both masculine and feminine traits, can lead to more flexible and well-adjusted individuals. Becoming more feminine or masculine would simply reinforce traditional gender roles. Neutral traits are not necessarily a goal, as having some traits that are traditionally associated with masculinity and some that are associated with femininity allows individuals to adapt to a variety of situations.

Question 16

On the Bem Sex Role Inventory,a strong,assertive,decisive male soldier who is able to talk about his concerns and accept emotional support from his fellow male and female soldiers,would most likely classified as

Accepted Answer

The description describes someone who exhibits traditional masculine traits (strong, assertive, decisive) but also has the ability to talk about emotions and accept emotional support, which are more typically feminine traits. This combination of traits is indicative of an androgynous individual.

Question 17

When Bem administered her Sex Role Inventory to a group of male and female participants,she found what percent of participants fell into the androgynous category?

Accepted Answer

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Question 18

A woman rated as androgynous on the Bem Sex Role Inventory would have

Accepted Answer

A woman rated as androgynous on the Bem Sex Role Inventory would have high scores on both feminine and masculine traits, indicating a balance of gender identity traits and a tendency to exhibit both stereotypically feminine and masculine behaviors. Therefore, the correct option is D, all of these.

Question 19

Researcher Sandra Bem describes persons who had high scores in both masculine and feminine traits as

Accepted Answer

Sandra Bem describes persons who had high scores in both masculine and feminine traits as androgynous, meaning they have qualities traditionally associated with both sexes.

Question 20

In her research,Bem found that "masculine" men and "feminine" women who were paid to do various tasks consistently chose

Accepted Answer

Bem's research into gender roles found that individuals tend to choose activities that align with societal expectations for their gender, hence "masculine" men and "feminine" women often opt for gender-appropriate activities.

Quiz 47: Human Sexuality: Gender Development, Androgyny, and Gender Variance

According to Sandra Bem,which statement is FALSE regarding highly masculine men,highly feminine women,and androgynous individuals?

Regarding recent studies of androgyny,which of the following statements is TRUE?

Jennifer can be assertive and a risk-taker when her job calls for these characteristics,while she is caring,compassionate,and sensitive to her children's needs.According to Sandra Bem,Jennifer is exhibiting

Which of the following would be considered "neutral" traits on the Bem Sex Role Inventory?

According to Sandra Bem,being psychologically androgynous is adaptable for

According to Sandra Bem,which statement is FALSE regarding highly masculine men?

When Bem administered her Sex Role Inventory to a group of male and female participants,she found what percent of participants fell into traditional feminine or masculine categories?

The word androgyny refers to having both masculine and feminine traits and literally means

When Bem administered her Sex Role Inventory to a group of male and female participants,which of the following was one of the findings?

Psychologist Sandra Bem believes that optimal adjustment occurs when

When Bem administered her Sex Role Inventory to a group of male and female participants,she found what percent of participants scored higher on traits of the opposite sex?

Hannah utilizes firm assertive control over classroom behavior,while exhibiting a caring,playful manner as she guides her class through the complex lecture material.According to Bem,Hannah is exhibiting

Subjects who scored high on both masculine and feminine items of the Bem Sex Role Inventory tended to be more

Researcher Sandra Bem believes that whether one shows masculine traits or feminine traits should depend on

Researcher Sandra Bem believes our complex society requires flexibility with respect to gender roles and that both men and women should become more

On the Bem Sex Role Inventory,a strong,assertive,decisive male soldier who is able to talk about his concerns and accept emotional support from his fellow male and female soldiers,would most likely classified as

When Bem administered her Sex Role Inventory to a group of male and female participants,she found what percent of participants fell into the androgynous category?

A woman rated as androgynous on the Bem Sex Role Inventory would have

Researcher Sandra Bem describes persons who had high scores in both masculine and feminine traits as

In her research,Bem found that "masculine" men and "feminine" women who were paid to do various tasks consistently chose