According to the research on gender socialization, which of the following may cause Dustin to avoid playing with the Easy Bake Oven at preschool?

A) an innate lack of interest in things associated with femininity
B) the fact that blocks are more creative toys to play with
C) the idea that his father might see and disapprove
D) the fact that Barbie dolls are much more fun to play with

Gender Socialization

The process by which individuals learn and acquire the gender norms and roles expected of them by society through various agents such as family, education, and media.

Easy Bake Oven

A working toy oven which uses a conventional light bulb or heating element to bake small treats, introduced by Hasbro in 1963 as a child-friendly cooking appliance.

Femininity

A set of attributes, behaviors, and roles traditionally associated with girls and women, often constructed socially and culturally.