Recent Declines in the Male-Female Earning Gap Have Been Attributed

question 53

Multiple Choice

Recent declines in the male-female earning gap have been attributed to all of the following factors EXCEPT:

• A) higher starting wages for young women.
• B) lower unemployment rates for women.
• C) more wives earning more than their husbands.
• D) an increase in the number of pink-collar jobs.

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Definitions:

Estrogen

A group of steroid hormones that play a crucial role in the development and regulation of the female reproductive system and secondary sexual characteristics.

Androgens

Male sex hormones, such as testosterone, that are present in both males and females but in higher levels in males.

Narcissism

A psychological condition characterized by self-centeredness, lack of empathy for others, and an excessive need for admiration.

Self-Regard

The perception and evaluation of oneself, often in terms of self-esteem or self-worth.