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ERIC Number: EJ249719
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1981
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High School Mathematics Preparation and Sex Differences in Quantitative Abilities.
de Wolf, Virginia A.
Psychology of Women Quarterly, v5 n4 p555-67 Sum 1981
On six mathematical subtests studied, males scored higher plus took significantly more algebra, geometry, advanced mathematics, and physics coursework. Females earned higher overall mathematics grades. After statistically controlling for the amount of coursework taken, sex differences disappeared on two quantitative tests and on spatial ability. (Author)
Descriptors: Academic Ability, College Preparation, High School Students, Mathematics Achievement, Mathematics Education, Quantitative Tests, Secondary Education, Secondary School Mathematics, Sex Differences, Spatial Ability
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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