they behave the same as the males. Thus part of the observed gender difference in behavior under uncertainty found in … previous studies might reflect social learning rather than inherent gender traits. …

possible outcome reporting bias using gender differences in risk attitudes. There is a strong consensus view in the …, however, does not support the consensus: only a tiny fraction of the replications displays gender differences. This striking … outcome reporting bias in the risk and gender literature. We find no evidence that the likelihood of reporting about gender …

This paper presents the results of an experiment that completely measures the utility function and probability … individuals are found to be more risk averse, in agreement with common findings. Unlike previous studies that ascribed gender … probability of obtaining the best possible outcome. -- Prospect theory ; utility for gains and losses ; loss aversion ; subjective …

literature to the literature on social preferences. Following Andersen et al. (2008), we design a laboratory experiment to … jointly elicit risk preferences and preferences for altruism. Consistent with theory, we find that the standard simplifying … comparing altruism across relevant sub-groups, such as gender and wealth, leading to possibly erroneous conclusions about which …

We analyze the effect of the coach's gender on risk-taking in women sports teams using data taken from National … Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) basketball games. We find that the coach's gender has a sizable and significant effect on …