Question 1

A review of research on the differences between men and women in the textbook suggests that

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The review of research suggests that men are more likely than women to respond aggressively to frustration.

Question 2

Meta-analytic research into self-esteem suggests that

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Research indicates that, on average, men tend to have slightly higher self-esteem than women. This difference is generally small but consistent across various studies.

Question 3

The textbook summarizes evidence indicating trivial effects sizes for gender differences in all of the following risk-taking areas

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Question 4

One area in which adolescent girls are consistently more aggressive than adolescent boys is in the use of

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Research has shown that adolescent girls are more likely to use indirect forms of aggression such as exclusion, gossiping, and spreading rumors as a way to hurt others psychologically. This type of aggression is often referred to as "relational aggression" and is more commonly used by girls than boys.

Question 5

Research suggests that all of the following are true across all cultures

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Research suggests that the triggers for jealousy are relatively consistent across cultures and genders, indicating that jealousy is triggered by the same things in both men and women. While there may be variations in the intensity or expression of jealousy between genders and cultures, the underlying cause is generally the same. Therefore, options A and B are not entirely correct, and option D is too broad and not fully supported by research.

Question 6

Research findings are presented in the textbook for all of the following statements

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Question 7

Research that looks at differences in self-esteem between men and women across the life-span suggests that the greatest difference between the self-esteem of men and women (with men showing more than women) occurs between ages of

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Research suggests that the greatest difference in self-esteem between men and women occurs during adolescence, between the ages of 15-18. During this time, social comparisons and body image concerns may contribute to lower self-esteem in adolescent girls. However, it should be noted that individual differences, cultural factors, and life experiences can also impact self-esteem throughout the lifespan.

Question 8

The textbook summarizes evidence indicating that medium effects sizes for gender differences in the following risk-taking areas have been found for all of the following

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Question 9

According to evolutionary psychologists (Buss) all of the following are correct

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Question 10

The textbook suggests that the current best explanation for differences between men and women is evolution for all of the following

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Question 11

Buss has suggested that females have different preferences in mate selection than males due to

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Buss proposed that females have different mate preferences than males because of their biological role in reproduction. Females typically invest more in reproduction (e.g. carrying and nurturing offspring), and therefore should be more selective in their mate choices to ensure that they mate with a partner who can provide resources and support for their offspring. This is sometimes referred to as the parental investment theory.

Question 12

Biological research suggests that in men interaction between ___________ and norepinephrine tends to increase fight-or-fight responses.

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Testosterone is a hormone that is associated with increased aggression and fight-or-flight responses in men. Research suggests that testosterone levels are positively correlated with norepinephrine, a neurotransmitter that is involved in the body's stress response. Therefore, the interaction between testosterone and norepinephrine tends to increase fight-or-flight responses in men.

Question 13

With regard to gender differences in mental rotation, all of the following are supported by research

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Question 14

With regard to differences in empathy between the sexes, all of the following are accurate

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Question 15

Research findings with regard to Grade Point Averages (GPA) indicate all of the following

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Question 16

With regard to the experience of emotions, the literature suggests all of the following

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Question 17

The literature on influenceability suggests all of the following

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Question 18

Alexander has suggested that humans have evolved sex differences in color and form preferences that prepare them for their adult reproductive roles. He has theorized that ____________ may be responsible for sex differences in color naming and spatial perception.

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Androgens, such as testosterone, have been shown to influence color naming and spatial perception, which may contribute to sex differences in these abilities. Pineal hormones, estrogens, and monoamines have not been as strongly linked to sex differences in color or spatial perception.

Question 19

Recent biological research suggests that high levels of oxytocin lead to

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High levels of oxytocin are associated with tend-and-befriend behavior, meaning individuals are more likely to seek out social support and collaboration in times of stress rather than resorting to aggression or fleeing a situation. Oxytocin has also been linked to reduced fear responses in some studies. However, anxiety is typically associated with lower levels of oxytocin, not higher levels.

Question 20

All of the following pairings are suggested in the textbook as possible explanations of gender differences

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The pairings of social context and empathy are suggested as possible explanations of gender differences in the textbook.

Quiz 11: Gender and Personality