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State whether the following statements are true or false and give a reason for your answer.

(i) Self-concept is defined as a person’s belief in his ability to accomplish some specific goal or a task.

(ii) Between the age of three – twelve, selfconcept is defined in terms of a child’s economic background.

(iii) Gender identity and gender role are two different concepts.

(iv) Gender role is an acquired attribute of selfconcept.

(v) Body image is a part of self-awareness.

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(i) False

Reason: Self-concept is defined as the totality of perceptions each person has of themselves.

(ii) False 

Reason: Between the age of three to twelve, self-concept is defined mainly in terms of sex, age, family, and what the child believes he or she can or can’t do.

(iii) True 

Explanation: Gender identity is a biological aspect of self-concept while gender role is psycho-social in nature

(iv) True 

Explanation: Gender roles are acquired through imitation and observation of family atmosphere as well as cultural influences.

(v) False 

Reason: Body image is a part of self-image.

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