Researchers have found that women are generally better than men at interpreting others' nonverbal communication. Which of the following is not one of the reasons given for why this is so?
a. Sex-related brain differences
b. Women are socialized to be sensitive to others and their feelings.
c. In general, women are nicer than men.
d. All of these are reasons cited as to why women are better at interpreting nonverbal communication.
e. Their subordinate standpoint in society often prioritizes attending to others.
c
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