Which of the Following Is NOT a Reason for the Earnings

question 99

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a reason for the earnings gap?

• A) Women still work in traditionally low-paying occupations.
• B) Men with graduate degrees are more likely than women to gravitate toward higher-paying specialties.
• C) Even in similar job areas, men are given higher-paying, more responsible positions.
• D) Women aren't physically capable of handling the manual labor required in the high-paying construction jobs held by many men.

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Definitions:

Structured Mission

A clearly defined and organized purpose or goal that directs the actions and strategies of an individual, group, or organization.

Legitimate

Refers to something that is lawful, justified, or recognized as being in accordance with established rules, principles, or standards.

Referent

An individual or group that someone relates to or identifies with, often used as a standard for comparison in social psychology.

Referent Power

A form of influence based on the leader's personal traits and the followers' identification with, attraction to, or admiration for the leader.