Marisa (who is European Canadian) and her female friend Destiny (who is African Canadian) are both pursuing careers in traditionally male occupations. How is their preparation likely to differ?

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Research has shown that women and minorities may face greater barriers and discrimination in male-dominated fields, leading them to pursue more education and training than their male counterparts to compensate and increase their chances of success. Therefore, it is likely that Destiny will become more educated than is necessary for the position compared to Marisa. Both women may still encounter negative reactions, but this answer option only addresses the differences in their preparation.

Marisa (Who Is European Canadian) and Her Female Friend Destiny