Which statement about the status of women around the world is correct?

1. A Option A: It is estimated that women grow half the world's food, but they rarely own land
2. B Option B: Single-parent households headed by women, which appear to be increasing in many nations, are typically found in the poorest section of the population
3. C Option C: Women constitute one-third of the world's paid labour force but are generally found in the lowest paying jobs
4. D Option D: All of the above

Answer checked 11 October 2026 · How we write and check questions