Gender disparity in consumer prices? Amazingly, yes
LIFT IOWA STAFF Jan 18, 2016 | 2:00 pm
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121 wordsAll Latest News, Lift IOWA, Women’s and Gender IssuesRadio Flyer sells a red scooter for boys and a pink scooter for girls. Both feature plastic handlebars, three wheels and a foot brake. Both weigh about 5 pounds.
The only significant difference is the price, a new report reveals. Target listed one for $24.99 and the other for $49.99.
This finding is one of many following a study by the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs and reported by The Washington Post. The agency compared nearly 800 products with female and male versions — meaning they were practically identical except for the gender-specific packaging — and uncovered a persistent surcharge for one of the sexes.
Can you guess which one?
Read more findings from the study at WashingtonPost.com.
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