The behaviors, attitudes, and personality traits that are designated as being either masculine or feminine in a given culture:
A)are called gender roles.
B)are genetically determined and do not vary across cultures.
C)determine whether a person's emotional and erotic attraction is directed toward members of the opposite sex, same sex, or both.
D)have a great deal of variability within a specific culture but show little or no variation across different cultures.

Question

The behaviors, attitudes, and personality traits that are designated as being either masculine or feminine in a given culture:
A)are called gender roles.
B)are genetically determined and do not vary across cultures.
C)determine whether a person's emotional and erotic attraction is directed toward members of the opposite sex, same sex, or both.
D)have a great deal of variability within a specific culture but show little or no variation across different cultures.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The behaviors, attitudes, and personality traits that are designated as being either masculine or feminine in a given culture are referred to as gender roles. Gender roles are social and cultural constructs that vary across cultures and time periods. They define what is considered appropriate behavior or characteristics for individuals based on their gender.

The Behaviors, Attitudes, and Personality Traits That Are Designated as Being