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What is meant by 'sexual division of labor'?

1

Tasks are divided based on individual preferences

2

Work is divided based on gender roles

3

Labor is allocated by age and experience

4

Jobs are assigned randomly without regard to gender

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Answer

B. Work is divided based on gender roles

Solution:

The correct answer is that work is divided based on gender roles, which reflects societal expectations. Other options suggest different criteria for division that do not align with the definition.

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