Describe gender differences in cognitive abilities and provide some specific examples. Discuss the roles that biology and the environment play in the manifestation of these differences

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Answers should include male superiority in some quantitative and visual-spatial skills; female superiority in verbal skills. Discussion of biological factors must include hemispheric specialization. Environmental influences must include support and encouragement from parents, teachers, and culture.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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