Question

1. the glass ceiling refers to:

a. safety hazards
b. union rules
c. differences in pay
d. barriers preventing advancement for some groups

Explanation:

The glass ceiling is a metaphor for invisible, unspoken barriers that stop certain groups (often women and minorities) from advancing to top leadership or senior roles in a workplace, despite their qualifications. Option A refers to workplace safety risks, B refers to union regulations, and C describes pay gaps, none of which match the definition of a glass ceiling.

Answer:

D. Barriers preventing advancement for some groups