It is 2013,and Isaac is an incoming college student.Sociological research surrounding the data presented in this chart would predict what outcome for Isaac? He will likely:
A) major in a traditionally female field in order to benefit from minority status.
B) major in finance or engineering and ultimately out earn his female classmates.
C) experience equality with women in prestige and income.
D) take longer to finish his college degree than most of his female peers.

Question

It is 2013,and Isaac is an incoming college student.Sociological research surrounding the data presented in this chart would predict what outcome for Isaac? He will likely: 
A) major in a traditionally female field in order to benefit from minority status. 
B) major in finance or engineering and ultimately out earn his female classmates. 
C) experience equality with women in prestige and income. 
D) take longer to finish his college degree than most of his female peers.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The chart shows that men in STEM fields and finance tend to out-earn women in those fields. Therefore, sociological research would predict that Isaac, as a male, may be more likely to major in finance or engineering and ultimately out earn his female classmates.

It Is 2013,and Isaac Is an Incoming College Student