Social scientists have found that whereas women experience a glass _____, which prevents many working women from achieving promotions, men experience a glass _____, which encourages them to obtain promotions.

A. ceiling; escalator
B. flooring; elevator
C. slipper; work boot
D. anchor; tow rope


Answer: A

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