Why is Jacob likely to be awarded more marks than Melanie for participation in class discussions?
A) Males are more likely to have done the reading.
B) Males are more likely to have something interesting to say.
C) Males are more likely to speak up and dominate classroom discussions.
D) Males are more likely to be able to put concepts together in a meaningful way.

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C is correct because it reflects observed classroom dynamics where males are often more likely to speak up and dominate discussions, which can influence participation marks. The other options are based on stereotypes and do not have a basis in objective assessment criteria.

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