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</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.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Emotional maturity</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%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often is the Australian Early Development Census conducted?

    <p>Every three years</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.</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.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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