Which of the following factors has contributed to the surge in women's employment?

A. The growth in the number of college-educated women
B. A decrease in the number of working single mothers
C. Lower costs of homeownership
D. Women earning more than men in the highest paying occupations
E. Higher unemployment rates among men


Answer: A

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