Which Statement Is True About the Gender Differences in Career

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true about the gender differences in career development?

• A) In college, women and men major in high-paying scientific and technical fields at about the same rate.
• B) Currently in the United States, the average woman working full-time earns 90 percent as much as the average man.
• C) High self-efficacy with respect to male-dominated fields limits women's career progress.
• D) Many women enter and exit the labor market several times, or reduce their work hours to give birth to and raise children.

Comprehend the principles of informed consent and its significance in research.

Explain the concepts of prevalence, incidence, and risk in epidemiological studies.

Understand the implications of research findings in clinical and non-clinical populations.

Appreciate the historical context and evolution of ethical standards in psychological research.

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