What is one consequence of the gender division of labor?

A. Women and men generally earn about the same in high-status jobs.
B. Women have greater access to higher status jobs.
C. Men have greater access to higher paying jobs.
D. The majority of women feel that careers are less important for them than for men.


Answer: C

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