The crowding of women, African Americans, and certain ethnic groups into less-desirable, lower-paying occupations is

A) employment discrimination.
B) human capital discrimination.
C) statistical discrimination.
D) occupational segregation.

Occupational Segregation

The division of labor based on demographic characteristics, such as gender or ethnicity, resulting in unequal job distribution.

Employment Discrimination

An illegal practice where individuals are unfairly treated or not given equal opportunities in the workplace based on characteristics such as race, gender, age, or religion.

African Americans

A racial or ethnic group in the United States with origins in any of the Black racial groups of Africa.