When a child learns social expectations and behaviors that are associated with being male and being female,s/he is engaging in the process of addressing:
A)sexuality
B)role playing
C)gender
D)sex

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Gender refers to the socially constructed roles, behaviors, and expectations associated with being male or female. Learning these expectations and behaviors is a part of the process of understanding and developing one's gender identity. Sexuality refers to an individual's sexual attraction or orientation, while role playing and sex are not as broad or encompassing as gender.

When a Child Learns Social Expectations and Behaviors That Are