Regarding gender role socialization in Western cultures, which of the following statements is FALSE?
a. Parents often have a vague fear of expressive and emotional behavior in male children.
b. Many parents who would not be troubled if their daughters engaged in "masculine" play might be upset if
their sons played with dolls.
c. Expressive behaviors are encouaged in males, while instrumental behaviors are encouraged in females.
d. Gender role socialization teaches individuals to be highly competent in some respects and handicapped in others.
ANSWER: c
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