In fields of study in college today, we find__________

A) proportional representation of males and females in most areas
B) females outnumbering males in the sciences
C) males significantly outnumbering females in engineering and physical sciences
D) females outnumbering males in computer and informational sciences


Answer: C

Sociology

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