________ is the process by which individuals acquire the characteristics and behaviors prescribed for their sex by their culture.
a. Karyotyping c. Sexual identity
b. Gender-role development d. Gender constancy
Question 2Karen's weight has always been average for her height. Now that she is pregnant she worries about how much weight she should gain. Most doctors would advise Karen to gain about
a. 10-15 pounds. c. 20-25 pounds.
b. 15-20 pounds. d. 25-35 pounds.
Question 3Gender stereotypes are
a. the knowledge that one is either male or female.
b. the process by which individuals acquire masculine or feminine behavior.
c. cultural expectations about the characteristic behaviors of males and females.
d. behaviors usually exhibited by the opposite sex.
Question 4Charlotte is three months pregnant and has been under a high degree of stress. Based on this information, Charlotte is likely to have a
a. more painful delivery. c. shorter gestation length.
b. less painful delivery. d. longer gestation length.
Question 5Societal expectations about the behavioral characteristics of males and females are called
a. sex types. c. gender patterns.
b. sex differences. d. gender stereotypes.
Question 6The negative effects of prenatal malnourishment on later cognitive functioning
a. are severe but can be partially reversed with certain drug therapies.
b. can be reversed if adequate nourishment is provided postnatally.
c. are minimal and should not be a major medical concern.
d. are severe and usually the effects are irreversible.
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