Fictitious sets of credentials for psychologists, identical except for the gender of the applicant, were sent to department chairpersons. The "female" applicant was

A) rated less favorably than the "male."
B) rated more favorably than the "male."
C) considered qualified for a lower-level position than the "male."
D) rated less favorably than the "male" and considered qualified for a lower-level position than the "male."

Department Chairpersons

Individuals who lead and manage academic departments within educational institutions.

Gender

The range of characteristics pertaining to, and differentiating between, masculinity and femininity, often considered in the context of social and cultural differences rather than biological ones.

Lower-level Position

A job or role within an organization that is lower in hierarchy, responsibility, or pay compared to other positions.