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Which of the following words best describe the scenario where a woman is paid lesser than a man for the same job?

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Discrimination
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Inequality
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Wage inequality
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Harassment
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Solution

The correct option is C Wage inequality
Women are generally paid less when compared to men even when they are doing the same or similar job by employers. This is a case of wage inequality. So, the government has passed legislations to ensure that men and women are paid equally.

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