Does more freedom and equality lead to fewer women in STEM?

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Is it possible that greater freedom leads to greater career-based sex divergences, as women seize opportunities to chose paths that align more with their interests?

New research suggests that in countries where women have more economic freedom to pursue their preferred careers, they’re less likely to study in STEM fields.

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