How has COVID increased the gender gap in income? (1 point)
Women are losing their jobs to take care of their children and
• families.
People are getting married at younger ages to make sure they have enough income during COVID.
Women are being fired from top jobs due to COVID restrictions.
Women are finding new, higher-paying opportunities in caregiving since the outbreak of COVID.
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Women are losing their jobs at a higher rate than men during the COVID pandemic, as they are more likely to work in industries that have been disproportionately affected by the crisis, such as retail, hospitality, and healthcare. Additionally, women are taking on a greater share of caregiving responsibilities, as school and daycare closures have forced many parents to stay home with their children. This increased burden of unpaid caregiving work has made it more difficult for women to maintain their employment or advance in their careers, ultimately widening the gender gap in income.