Question

Both Jorge and Jocelyn are applying for two residencies after medical school: orthopedic surgery (a traditionally male-dominated residency) and pediatrics (a traditionally female-dominated residency). If Jorge and Jocelyn have similar academic records, it is likely that ________. 1) Jorge will be accepted into both residencies 2) Jocelyn will be accepted into both residencies 3) Jorge will be accepted into orthopedic surgery and Jocelyn will be accepted into pediatrics 4) Jocelyn will be accepted into orthopedic surgery and Jorge will be accepted into pediatrics

Answer 1

If Jorge and Jocelyn have similar academic records, it is likely that 4) Jocelyn will be accepted into orthopedic surgery, and Jorge will be accepted into pediatrics.

Therefore. option 4) Jocelyn will be accepted into orthopedic surgery and Jorge will be accepted into pediatrics is correct.

Step-by-step explanation:

Given the context that orthopedic surgery is traditionally male-dominated, while pediatrics is traditionally female-dominated, the likelihood of Jorge being accepted into pediatrics and Jocelyn into orthopedic surgery aligns with the trend of gender representation in these specialties. Despite similar academic records, gender biases and stereotypes within medical specialties may influence the residency selection process. The answer reflects the potential impact of gender norms on the perceived suitability of candidates for certain medical specialties, even when academic qualifications are comparable.

In the medical field, efforts are being made to address gender disparities and encourage diversity in various specialties. However, long-standing stereotypes can still influence perceptions and decisions, as reflected in the potential outcomes for Jorge and Jocelyn.

Therefore. option 4) Jocelyn will be accepted into orthopedic surgery and Jorge will be accepted into pediatrics is correct.