U.S. Women Won't Reach Pay Equity For 61.5 Years

The video discusses the gender pay gap in North America, highlighting that it will take over 60 years for women to earn as much as men. It notes the increase in women holding US government positions but points out ongoing disparities in labor force participation and senior roles. Despite closing 76% of the gender pay gap, American women's income remains about two-thirds of men's.

According to the World Economic Forum's Global Gender Gap Report 2021, how many years will it take for women in North America to earn as much as men?

• 120 years

• 30 years

• 90 years

• 60 years

What was the percentage increase of women in US government positions from 2019 to the current year?

• From 15% to 30%

• From 22% to 46%

• From 30% to 50%

• From 40% to 60%

Despite the increase in women in government, what disparities still exist?

• Voting rights and political representation

• Equal pay and education

• Labor force participation and senior roles

• Healthcare access and education

What percentage of the gender pay gap has the US closed?

• 85%

• 50%

• 76%

• 60%

What fraction of men's income do American women currently earn?

• Four-fifths

• Two-thirds

• Half

• Three-quarters