Evidence of the contribution of experience to sex differences in spatial abilities includes the finding that ________.
A. children who engage in manipulative activities, such as block play, do better on spatial tasks
B. compared to boys, girls spend more time playing video games that enhance cognitive processes important for spatial skills
C. adults encourage spatial reasoning in girls more than boys, even during activities that are not gender-typed
D. girls are more likely than boys to engage in carpentry and model building
Answer: A
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