In 1967, the Canadian Gender Gap in Earnings Was First

question 165

Multiple Choice

In 1967, the Canadian gender gap in earnings was first reported. What has happened to it since then?

• A) The gap has not decreased at all.
• B) The gap has decreased by approximately 12 percent.
• C) The gap has decreased by approximately 50 percent.
• D) The gap has been virtually eliminated.

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Definitions:

Grains

Seeds of grasses cultivated for food, a staple in many diets around the world, such as wheat, rice, and corn.

Vegetables

Various plant parts consumed by humans as food including leaves, roots, flowers, seeds, and stalks.

Fruits

The seed-bearing structures of flowering plants that are often sweet or sour and consumed as food.

Olive Oil

A healthy fat obtained from olives, known for its heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and antioxidants.