Gender Gaps in Early Childhood Development

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What is the primary difference between boys and girls in terms of developmental vulnerability?

  • Boys are 3.4 times more likely than girls to be developmentally vulnerable in the domain of physical health and wellbeing.
  • Boys are twice as likely as girls to be developmentally vulnerable in the social competence domain.
  • Boys are 1.7 times more likely than girls to be developmentally vulnerable in the language and cognitive skills, and communication skills and general knowledge domains.
  • All of the above (correct)

What does being 'on track' in the domain of physical health and wellbeing mean, according to the text?

  • Having good concentration and rarely showing aggressive, anxious or impulsive behavior.
  • Demonstrating strong gross and fine motor skills.
  • Being dressed appropriately, arriving on time, and having sufficient energy levels.
  • All of the above (correct)

What does the text say about the trend in developmental vulnerability for boys in the social competence domain between 2012 and 2015?

  • The percentage of boys developmentally vulnerable in this domain decreased significantly from 2012 to 2015.
  • The text does not provide information about the trend in developmental vulnerability for boys in this domain between 2012 and 2015.
  • The percentage of boys developmentally vulnerable in this domain increased significantly from 2012 to 2015. (correct)
  • The percentage of boys developmentally vulnerable in this domain remained the same from 2012 to 2015.

In which domain(s) are boys 1.7 times more likely than girls to be developmentally vulnerable, according to the text?

<p>Language and cognitive skills, and communication skills and general knowledge (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text say about the overall conclusions regarding the differences in developmental vulnerability between boys and girls?

<p>The text concludes that while there are some encouraging results overall, boys remain more likely than girls to be developmentally vulnerable across multiple domains. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which domain of the Australian Early Development Census showed the largest gender gap?

<p>Emotional maturity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of boys were considered developmentally vulnerable in one or more domains, based on the 2015 census data?

<p>28.5% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often is the Australian Early Development Census conducted?

<p>Every three years (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the gender gap in developmental vulnerability is true, based on the information provided?

<p>The gender gap has remained static, hovering around 13% in 2009 and 2012. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary aim of the Australian Early Development Census, according to the text?

<p>To track early childhood trends and inform practice on the ground. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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