Which of the following illustrates Arlie Hochschild's concept of the "second shift?"
A) A woman works from 9 to 5 as a nurse and then has a second job as a waitress at a local diner.
B) A man has a career as an accountant; when he gets home, he cleans the apartment and makes dinner for his wife, himself, and their children.
C) A woman has a career as a stockbroker, and she is also responsible for maintaining the apartment, doing the shopping, and cooking for herself and her husband.
D) All of these answers are correct.

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Hochschild's concept of the "second shift" refers to the additional responsibilities that women often face once they come home from their paid work. Option C illustrates this concept as the woman has a demanding career as a stockbroker but is still responsible for household tasks such as maintaining the apartment, shopping, and cooking for her and her husband. Option A illustrates the idea of having multiple jobs, but not necessarily the "second shift." Option B challenges traditional gender roles but does not necessarily fit the "second shift" concept as the man is not coming home from a paid job to take on additional domestic responsibilities.

Which of the Following Illustrates Arlie Hochschild's Concept of the "Second