Your text reviews biological and cultural explanations for the gender difference in performance on math and spatial tasks. Which of the following alternatives best describes the extent to which the two accounts have been supported by research?

A) The biological account has received mixed support. The cultural explanation has received more support.
B) Both accounts have received mixed support.
C) The biological account has received substantial support. The cultural explanation has received only mixed support.
D) The cultural account has been largely replaced by the biological explanation.

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Final Answer : A, Explanation :  Research has shown mixed support for the biological explanation of gender differences in math and spatial skills, with some evidence indicating that males may have a slight advantage in these areas due to neurological and hormonal differences. However, cultural factors such as gender stereotypes and gendered socialization practices have also been shown to play a significant role in shaping these gender differences. Overall, the cultural explanation has received more support than the biological explanation.

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