Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies the concept of the motherhood penalty?

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The motherhood penalty refers to the phenomenon where women who are mothers are penalized with lower status and pay compared to their childless counterparts in the workforce. Option B best exemplifies this as Bernette, the mother of two, is getting paid less than her childless coworker despite having the same job. The other options do not necessarily demonstrate this concept. Option A shows a woman who chose not to have children to focus on her career, which is not penalized. Option C shows that Haley is given a heavier load, but it does not necessarily imply a pay or status penalty. Option D shows Simone working hard in med school and working full time, but it does not indicate a comparison between her pay and status as a mother and a childless person.

Which of the Following Scenarios Best Exemplifies the Concept of the Motherhood