Which Statement Best Describes Occupational Segregation

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes occupational segregation?

• A) Over the last few decades there has been an increase in occupational segregation based on gender.
• B) Over the last few decades a decline has occurred in occupational segregation mainly because so many men have entered professions traditionally dominated by women.
• C) Over the last few decades a decline has occurred in occupational segregation in part due to the fact that more women have entered occupations normally dominated by men.
• D) Over the last few decades,as women entered traditionally male careers in greater numbers,they were more likely than men to rise to the top of their fields and hold positions of authority.

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