2.6.2 - Gender Composition
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What does gender composition refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about how many boys versus girls in a population.
Name one cultural factor that can affect gender composition.
💡 Hint: What can influence family decisions about children?
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What is gender composition?
💡 Hint: Focus on the aspects of gender.
True or False: Gender imbalances can result from cultural preferences.
💡 Hint: Think about how culture influences family planning.
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Discuss the implications of gender imbalance on a country's development. Consider aspects such as labor force participation and social stability.
💡 Hint: Look at both short-term and long-term consequences.
Design a policy aimed at addressing gender imbalance in a culture that favors male children. Include educational and community outreach strategies.
💡 Hint: Consider both incentives and societal change.
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