$30,000
$20,000
$10,000
8
1969
1979
1989
1999
2009
2019
Women's earnings
Men's earnings
Source: U.S. Department of Labor
What is the relationship between the average yearly earnings of women and men?
O Men continue to earn more than women.
O Men work in higher skilled jobs where they earn more.
O Women's earnings have increased in relation to men's earnings.
O Women's earnings are lower because they take more time off.