White women earn an average of 24% less than white men.A labor economist who wants to investigate whether the differences in earnings indicate labor-market discrimination against women should consider whether white men and women have similar (i)
Years of work experience.
(ii)
Educational attainments.
(iii)
Occupations.
(iv)
Child care responsibilities.

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To investigate whether the differences in earnings indicate labor-market discrimination against women, a labor economist should consider all the options given, including years of work experience, educational attainments, occupations, and child care responsibilities. Only by examining all four factors can the economist determine whether discrimination plays a role in the disparity in earnings.

White Women Earn an Average of 24% Less Than White