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Women have, on average, been less well-paid than men throughout history. Prior to 1900, most economic historians see … characteristics, women were just as likely to be promoted to the better paying piece rate section. Neither finding is compatible with …, women were typically less experienced, in an industry in which experience mattered. Second there were some jobs that …