Peterson, a typical third grade teacher, is likely to
A) be more influential than parents on her students.
B) encourage behaviors that are considered masculine for both boys and girls.
C) spend more time interacting with boys than with girls.
D) spend more time interacting with girls than with boys.

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Research has shown that teachers, including those at the third-grade level, tend to spend more time interacting with boys than with girls. This is not necessarily due to a conscious bias but may be related to boys demanding more attention or exhibiting behaviors that require more teacher intervention.

Peterson, a Typical Third Grade Teacher, Is Likely to