Which of the Following Is the Most Plausible Explanation for the Underrepresentation

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the most plausible explanation for the underrepresentation of men in jobs as kindergarten teachers?

• A) Men are naturally less adept at taking care of young children.
• B) Occupational segregation remains rigidly in force across all occupations.
• C) Female-dominated occupations often pay less than male-dominated occupations.
• D) Gender tracking in education discourages men's movement into teaching positions.

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Definitions:

Price-Discriminates

Price discrimination involves selling the same product or service at different prices to different customers, based on factors like demand, cost of serving, or market segmentation.

Producer Surplus

The difference between what producers are willing and able to supply a good for and the actual price they receive, measuring the benefit to producers from market transactions.

Deadweight Loss

The decline in economic productivity due to the failure to achieve or the impossibility of achieving equilibrium for a specific good or service.

Profit per Unit

The financial gain obtained on each unit sold, calculated by subtracting the cost per unit from the selling price per unit.