Must be in Times New Roman. The body of the document should be printed in standard 12-point font size. Indent paragraphs in all assignments and use double spacing between and within paragraphs. The pa
ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Answer both questions
1. Describe two reasons why it may be problematic to use the term "sex" to refer to the biological aspects of being male or female, and "gender" to refer to the culturally constructed aspects*. Cite at least one peer-reviewed study in your explanation.
2. Sex differences in toy preferences emerge consistently, early, and across cultures. What are the two explanations for these differences described in the text**? Describe evidence for each of these explanations and detail at least one specific study in your explanation.
*Hint- review Chapter 1 & 4 of the book “The Psychology of Sex & Gender 2nd Edition”.*
Paper should be 2 – 2.5 pages long, 12 point Times New Roman, double-spaced EXCLUDING reference page (be concise with your writing).
Include at least 2 additional peer-reviewed sources (1 per question above) - The two additional sources can be articles from course readings, or articles that you have found yourself, but they must be peer-reviewed and published in a scholarly journal, and you must ALSO include the peer-reviewed articles in each answer.
Discuss the findings, not quote them - Your answer should be a discussion, not a collection of direct quotes from the textbook or the source you included. DO NOT use direct quotes - paraphrase the findings, then cite appropriately.
Adhere to APA formatting for citation (6th or 7th edition).
Answer all components of the questions/topics above.
