Which of the following statements about women in political office is accurate?

A. The percentage of women holding public office has steadily increased since the 1970s.
B. The percentage of women holding public office has steadily decreased since the 1970s.
C. The percentage of women holding public office has not changed since the 1970s.
D. The percentage of women holding public office has fluctuated wildly since the 1970s.


Answer: A

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