Research suggests that the wide-spread use of the birth control pill:
A)accounts for over half the increase in the labor force participation rate married women since 1950
B)accounts for about one-third of the increase in the share of women in professional occupations between 1970 and 1990
C)accounts for over two-thirds of the drop in the age of first marriage between 1970 and 1990
D)had no measurable impact on the labor force participation rate of women

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Research has shown that the availability of birth control pills allowed more women to plan and control their pregnancies, which in turn led to an increase in the number of women pursuing education and professional careers. Therefore, it is estimated that the use of birth control pills accounts for about one-third of the increase in the share of women in professional occupations between 1970 and 1990.

Research Suggests That the Wide-Spread Use of the Birth Control