The Hiltons are going Christmas shopping for their two young children.They decide to buy a Tonka truck for their son and a Barbie doll for their daughter.Which term best describes what these parents are doing?
A) sex stereotyping
B) gender stereotyping
C) primary socialization
D) gender role socialization

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Gender role socialization is the process by which children learn the behaviors and attitudes that are considered appropriate for their gender. In this case, the parents are buying toys that are typically associated with boys and girls, which is an example of gender role socialization.

The Hiltons Are Going Christmas Shopping for Their Two Young