Define patriarchy and explain its relevance to gender socialization.

Define patriarchy and explain its relevance to gender socialization.

• A. Patriarchy is a social system where men hold primary power; it influences gender roles, expectations, and access to resources, shaping socialization.
• B. Patriarchy guarantees equal resources for all genders.
• C. Patriarchy has no impact on socialization.
• D. Patriarchy only affects politics.

Answer: (A)