Gender roles are
A. universally consistent learned behaviors of males and females.
B. the biologically determined patterns of behavior that are appropriate for males and females.
C. expectations regarding the proper behavior, attitudes, and activities of males and females.
D. the biological characteristics of males and females, such as genital organs, hormones, and body hair.
Answer: C
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