The vast majority of workers in maquiladoras and Export Processing Zones are
A) children.
B) women.
C) men.
D) the elderly.
E) people of African descent.

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The best choice is B as it is well-documented that the majority of workers in maquiladoras and Export Processing Zones are women. These zones often recruit women due to the perception that they are cheaper to employ than men, and because they are considered more docile and easier to manage. Additionally, many maquiladora jobs, such as garment assembly, are traditionally viewed as women's work.

The Vast Majority of Workers in Maquiladoras and Export Processing