During the last two decades, the number of women preparing for careers as professionals has ____, and the proportion of those completing college degrees has ____.

A) increased; decreased
B) increased; increased
C) decreased; decreased
D) decreased; increased

College Degrees

Certifications awarded by colleges or universities upon successful completion of a course of study, signaling a level of education attained.

Careers as Professionals

Employment paths that typically require specialized knowledge and qualifications in fields such as medicine, law, or engineering.