According to Lips (2008), Plato “described women and men as having the same nature and worth and deserving the same education and legal treatment” (p. 57). These ideas of having the same nature have changed over the centuries. Most theories regarding gender have evolved from a hierarchical approach and then to an “opposites” approach.

In a 2-page paper, please discuss the strengths and challenges of these two approaches. Be sure to either cite the book or other sources.

What are the strengths and weaknesses do you see in these two approaches?