Mona is an administrative assistant for a large pharmaceutical company where there is a lack of training or advancement to further her career. In her "pink collar" position, her lack of opportunity to move up within the company is known as the
a. sticky floor phenomenon.
b. career deterrent theory.
c. glass ceiling.
d. upward inequality barrier.
Answer: a
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