Which of the following is true regarding gendered occupations?
A) "Pink collar jobs" are considered more desirable in a patriarchal society.
B) Men tend to be overrepresented in jobs that involve caretaking.
C) Men outnumber women in occupations with more prestige and higher salaries.
D) Women and men are similarly represented in occupations that require a college degree.

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Studies have consistently shown that men outnumber women in occupations with more prestige and higher salaries. Women are often overrepresented in jobs such as teaching and nursing, which are traditionally referred to as "pink collar jobs." Men are more likely to be in leadership positions and other high-paying fields such as STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics).

Which of the Following Is True Regarding Gendered Occupations