Which of the following was a consequence of the Great Depression for many women?(1 point)

Responses

More women entered the workforce, but wages decreased.
More women entered the workforce, but wages decreased.

Most women left the workforce after marriage during the Great Depression.
Most women left the workforce after marriage during the Great Depression.

More women were hired into supervisory and financial jobs.
More women were hired into supervisory and financial jobs.

Many adult women became part of the boxcar community.

1 answer

The correct response is:

More women entered the workforce, but wages decreased.

During the Great Depression, many families faced financial difficulties, leading to an increase in the number of women seeking employment. However, these jobs often paid lower wages compared to men's jobs, reflecting the broader economic hardships of the time.