In recent years the labour force participation rate has been fairly stable,
A)as has the labour force participation rate for males,females,minorities,and nonminorities.
B)although the female labour force participation rate has fallen while the male labour force participation rate has increased.
C)although the male labour force participation rate has fallen while the female labour force participation rate has increased.
D)although the labour force participation rate of young adults has increased while the labour force participation rate of those in the 40-55 age classification has fallen.

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The correct answer is C because in recent years, there has been a notable trend where the male labour force participation rate has been declining, while the female labour force participation rate has been on the rise. This reflects broader societal changes, including shifts in gender roles and increased female educational attainment and professional opportunities.

In Recent Years the Labour Force Participation Rate Has Been