As men become older, society often considers them powerful and distinguished. However, as women become older, society considers them unintelligent and unattractive. What is this inequitable situation called?

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This situation is referred to as a "double standard," which means different sets of principles are applied to similar situations based on arbitrary criteria, in this case, gender and age.

As Men Become Older, Society Often Considers Them Powerful and Distinguished