Differences in gender distribution and attrition rates across subject areas reflect which of the following?

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Gender stereotypes may influence the perception of certain subject areas as more appropriate for one gender over the other, leading to differences in the gender distribution of students in those subjects. These stereotypes may also contribute to higher attrition rates among women in subjects where they are underrepresented or stigmatized.

Differences in Gender Distribution and Attrition Rates Across Subject Areas