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Peer reviewedEngland, Paula – Journal of Human Resources, 1982
Predictions from Polachek's theory explaining occupational sex segregation are tested and found to be false. The data do not show that women are penalized less for intermittent employment if they choose predominantly female occupations. There is no evidence that such a choice is economically rational. (Author/SK)
Descriptors: Career Choice, Employed Women, Employment Patterns, Human Capital
