Which Statement Regarding the Glass Ceiling Is Most Correct

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which statement regarding the glass ceiling is most correct?

• A)The glass ceiling has been recently found to apply equally to males and females.
• B)The glass ceiling is a barrier that has been traced to a lack of ability.
• C)The glass ceiling, like Cinderella's glass slipper, has resulted in a temporary movement of women into political leadership positions throughout the world.
• D)The glass ceiling is a transparent barrier that keeps women from rising above a certain level in organizations.

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Definitions:

Cohort Beliefs

The shared beliefs and norms that are characteristic of a group of people born around the same period, shaped by their shared experiences and historical context.

Norms

The average performance of a large sample of children of a given age.

Social Identity Theory

A psychological theory that explains intergroup behavior by examining the impact of group membership on individuals' self-concept and behavior towards others.

Self-verification Theory

A psychological theory stating that individuals seek to confirm their existing self-concepts by interpreting information in a way that is consistent with their beliefs about themselves.