Asked by Denise Wright [Student] on Jul 31, 2024

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When people ascribe to themselves the traits, behaviors, and roles normative for people of their sex in their culture, they are becoming ________.

A) gender-typed
B) sexually typed
C) encultured
D) stereotyped

Gender-typed

Refers to behavior, attitudes, or activities typically associated with a society's expectations for males and females.

Sexually Typed

Classification of behaviors or attitudes as typically associated with one gender more than the other.

Encultured

The process by which individuals learn and absorb the values, customs, and social norms of their culture.

  • Elucidate the manner in which gender is socially constructed via symbolic interactions such as assigning specific colors to infants.
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Zybrea KnightAug 03, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
When people conform to societal expectations for their gender, they are engaging in gender-typed behavior. Option B is not a commonly used term and does not accurately describe this phenomenon. Option C refers to the broader process of learning one's culture, which may involve gender roles but also encompasses other aspects of socialization. Option D refers to the act of making assumptions about individuals based on their perceived gender, rather than adhering to gender norms oneself.