How does allocative discrimination contribute to the gender wage gap?

A. Hiring and promotion processes place women in lower-paying jobs.
B. Socialization patterns encourage women to choose lower-paying jobs.
C. Women earn less money than men for performing the same job.
D. Employers devalue occupations dominated by women.


Answer: A

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