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Which of the following best explains "systemic bias" in the context of gender gaps?

AIndividual prejudice of certain people against women

BWomen being overrepresented in informal sectors of the economy

CSocial customs assigning domestic work to women

DBiases embedded in laws, practices, and institutions that disadvantage women

Answer:

D. Biases embedded in laws, practices, and institutions that disadvantage women

Read Explanation:

  • Systemic bias refers to deep-rooted institutional biases that perpetuate inequalities in structures like laws, educational systems, workplaces, and governance.


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