Recent biological research suggests that high levels of oxytocin lead to
a. aggression.
b. tend-and-befriend behavior.
c. anxiety.
d. reduced fear responses.
Question 2Research 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
a. 7-10.
b. 15-18.
c. 23-59.
d. 60 and beyond.
Question 3The textbook summarizes areas in which there are significant differences between males and females based on meta-analytic studies. The authors suggest that all of the following are areas in which evidence of a significant gender difference has been found EXCEPT
a. Agreeableness: sympathy.
b. Mathematics ability.
c. Aggressiveness.
d. Leadership style.
Question 4Of the many meta-analyses of differences between men and women, the majority have found small or trivial effect sizes. In terms of general areas where there are significant differences, all of the following are included EXCEPT
a. physical attributes such as height and strength.
b. knowledge of literature.
c. some aspects of sexuality, such as attitudes towards casual sex.
d. qualities desired in a potential mate.
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