Which Factor Accounts for the Largest Share of Difference in the Earnings

question 72

Multiple Choice

Which factor accounts for the largest share of difference in the earnings of working women and men in the United States?

• A) differences in the type of work men and women do
• B) gender discrimination in pay for the same work
• C) differences in family responsibilities
• D) differences in education

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Definitions:

Islets of Langerhans

Clusters of pancreatic cells that produce hormones, including insulin, critical for regulating blood sugar levels.

Glucagon

Glucagon is a hormone produced by the pancreas that increases blood glucose levels by stimulating the liver to convert stored glycogen into glucose.

Insulin

An agent generated in the pancreas that manages the concentration of glucose in the bloodstream by aiding the absorption of glucose by the body's tissues.

Pituitary Gland

A small, pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain, responsible for regulating vital body functions and general well-being through the secretion of hormones.