How do gender stereotypes contribute to the wage gap between men and women in the workforce?

Gender stereotypes often lead to the belief that men should take on certain jobs while women should focus on others, which can limit opportunities for women in higher-paying fields. For example, if people think that women are better suited for teaching or nursing, they may not encourage them to pursue careers in engineering or technology, which typically pay more. This can result in fewer women entering these high-paying jobs, leading to a gap in wages. Additionally, when women do work in these fields, they might be paid less than their male counterparts due to biases that undervalue their contributions. Overall, these stereotypes create barriers that prevent women from achieving equal pay for equal work.