Which of the Following Accurately Describes the Phenomenon Known as the Motherhood

question 58

Multiple Choice

Which of the following accurately describes the phenomenon known as the motherhood wage penalty?

• A) Visibly pregnant women are more likely to experience work discrimination in the form of pay deductions than expectant women whose pregnancy status is not visible yet.
• B) The pay difference between mothers and non-mothers is reflected even in hourly wages.
• C) Women are only punished financially if they give birth,but not if they have children through other means,such as adoption or via a surrogate.
• D) The pay difference between mothers and non-mothers is temporary and disappears after women return from maternity leave.

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