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An androgynous personality—

Options

A

refers to men with feminine traits

B

has a balance of what are generally considered masculine and feminine traits

C

tends to be assertive and arrogant

D

adheres to stereotypical gender roles prevalent in the society

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Correct Answer :

Option B

has a balance of what are generally considered masculine and feminine traits

Solution :

The correct option is: has a balance of what are generally considered masculine and feminine traits.


Explanation:

In psychology, androgyny refers to the presence of both high masculine and high feminine traits within a single individual. The concept was popularized by psychologist Sandra Bem through the Bem Sex-Role Inventory (BSRI).


Here is a breakdown of why this option is correct and why the others are incorrect:

1. Balance of Traits: An androgynous individual displays characteristics typically associated with both traditional gender roles (such as being both assertive/independent and nurturing/compassionate depending on the situation), leading to greater psychological flexibility and adaptability.

2. Men with feminine traits: Androgyny is not limited to men; it applies to any gender that demonstrates a combination of traditional masculine and feminine characteristics.

3. Assertive and arrogant: Being arrogant is an undesirable trait rather than a core definition of an androgynous personality profile.

4. Adheres to stereotypical gender roles: Androgyny specifically breaks away from strict adherence to stereotypical gender roles by blending both masculine and feminine traits.

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