Which explanation of the gender gap in pay does the author of your text espouse?

A) Human capital is the best explanation of the wage gap.
B) Wage inequality is the result of multiple factors that operate together to put women at a disadvantage.
C) Dual labor market theory offers the best explanation for unequal wages.
D) Overt discrimination is the best explanation for the gender wage gap.

Gender Gap

The disparity between genders in various aspects of life, including but not limited to employment, income, political representation, and education.

Wage Inequality

Refers to the disparities in income earned by different individuals or groups in an economy, often due to factors such as occupation, education, and experience, as well as discrimination based on gender, race, or age.

Dual Labor Market

A theory suggesting that the labor market is divided into two segments: the primary sector with good jobs and high wages, and the secondary sector with lower pay and less job security.