Question

Researchers have observed differences in the visual-spatial abilities of men and women, such as in performing the task of mental rotation. What is the most plausible cause of such differences?

Answer 1

Answer:

Cognitive skills are affected by instruction and practice. Men are more likely than women to engage in activities that develop the skill of mental rotation.

Explanation:

Sex differences in spatial ability are well documented, but poorly understood. In order to see whether working memory is an important factor in these differences, 50 males and 50 females performed tests of three-dimensional mental rotation and spatial visualization, along with tests of spatial and verbal working memory. Substantial differences were found on all spatial ability and spatial working memory tests (that included both a spatial and verbal processing component).

Answer 2

Answer: Cognitive skills (Instruction and Practice)

Explanation: The Plausible Reason for this difference between men and women is instruction and practice. This is so because Cognitive skills are affected by instruction and practice and Men are more likely to engage in activities that develop the skill of mental rotation than women.