All of the Following Are Possible Explanations for the Fact

question 41

Multiple Choice

All of the following are possible explanations for the fact that on average women earn lower wages than men in the United States except:

• A) women choose to work in low-wage industries.
• B) women are more productive than men on average.
• C) women enter and leave the labor force more frequently than men, causing them on average to have less experience and a lower productivity than men.
• D) women are discriminated against in labor markets.

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Definitions:

Developmental Stages

Distinct phases in the life cycle of humans (and other organisms) that are characterized by specific physical, psychological, and cognitive developments.

Physical Appearance

The way an individual's body and features look to themselves and others, often influencing personal identity and social interactions.

Psychosexual Stages

A Freudian concept describing the stages of a child's development, focusing on the parts of the body that provide pleasure during different phases of growth.

Socioeconomic Status

An individual's or group's economic, social, and work status, often measured by income, education, and occupation.