Question

Why are media efforts to reduce gender stereotypes often temporary in their effects?

Options

• Because children do not watch TV or use social media.

• Because the effects fade if not supported by family, school, and peers.

• Because the media never tries to change stereotypes.

• Because biological factors override all social influences.

Answer 1

Because the effects fade if not supported by family, school, and peers.

Explanation:

While media programmes and campaigns can challenge gender stereotypes, their positive effects are usually temporary and fade over time unless these messages are consistently reinforced by family, school, and peer groups.​