7.4 Fast and the Curious

According to the World Economic Forum's 2022 report, what percentage of the gender gap has been closed?

• 60.2%

• 75.3%

• 50.5%

• 68.1%

How many years will it take to reach full gender parity at the current rate of progress?

• 150 years

• 100 years

• 200 years

• 132 years

In which region do over 80% of women in non-agricultural jobs work in informal employment?

• Latin America and the Caribbean

• South Asia

• Sub-Saharan Africa

• Middle East

What is a significant obstacle for women in achieving financial independence?

• Inability to have a bank account

• Lack of education

• Cultural norms

• Political instability

What is the primary purpose of microloans?

• To fund government projects

• To provide large-scale business funding

• To support individuals excluded from traditional financial services

• To offer high-interest loans

Which of the following is a risk associated with microloans?

• High interest rates

• Increased debt if not repaid

• Lack of government support

• Limited availability

What benefit did women in Chile experience from receiving free savings accounts?

• Improved ability to make ends meet during an economic emergency

• Increased reliance on debt

• Decreased business opportunities

• Higher interest rates

What is the main benefit of having a bank account for individuals?

• Guaranteed employment

• Access to government jobs

• Ability to store money safely and access credit

• Higher social status

According to the Global Gender Gap Index, what are the four benchmarks used to determine a country's ranking?

• Economic participation, educational attainment, health and survival, and political empowerment

• Economic participation, technological advancement, health and safety, and cultural diversity empowerment

• Economic participation, educational attainment, environmental sustainability, and political empowerment

• Economic participation, educational attainment, healthcare accessibility, and cultural diversity empowerment

Which regions tend to have more opportunities for women and a narrower gender gap?

• Economically advanced regions

• Less economically advanced regions

• Regions with high political empowerment

• Regions with high educational attainment