The Gender Gap in Math Performance Varies Within and Across

question 23

Multiple Choice

The gender gap in math performance varies within and across countries.The countries with the smallest difference between their male and female students are those with

• A)the lowest rates of poverty.
• B)the most successful education systems.
• C)the greatest degree of overall gender equality.
• D)the most highly developed economies.

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