Some of the Possible Reasons for the Underrepresentation of Females

question 143

Multiple Choice

Some of the possible reasons for the underrepresentation of females in STEM fields include all except which of the following?

• A)Women are more likely to choose careers that do not require math skills.
• B)Women are innately less adept in science and math.
• C)Women with children are often penalized in terms of promotions in STEM fields.
• D)Women often choose fields that capitalize on their high verbal competencies.

Trace the historical development of the concept of the atom and understand ancient philosophical contributions to modern scientific theories.

Understand the early atomic theories and their contributors, including the concept of the vacuum.

Recognize the importance of the Law of Conservation of Mass and its implications for chemical reactions.

Grasp the significance of experiments in validating scientific theories, including Lavoisier's experiments.

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