Bruce Works in Construction with Several Other Men While His

question 62

Multiple Choice

Bruce works in construction with several other men while his wife Charlene works as a nurse, mainly with other women. Their situation reflects a pattern common across Canada. Which of the following refers to this pattern?

• A) gender discrimination
• B) the glass ceiling
• C) occupational sex segregation
• D) gender gap

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Definitions:

Sensory Relay Station

Refers to the thalamus, a structure in the brain that processes and relays sensory information to the appropriate areas of the brain.

Thalamus

A structure in the brain that acts as a relay station for sensory and motor signals to the cerebral cortex.

Limbic System

A complex system of nerves and networks in the brain, involved in emotions and drives.

Pituitary Gland

A small, pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain, responsible for releasing hormones that regulate various bodily functions.