Gender Differences in Preferences

doi:10.1257/JEL.47.2.448

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Gender Differences in Preferences

Published Dec 1, 2009 · Rachel T. A. Croson, U. Gneezy

Journal of Economic Literature

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Abstract

This paper reviews the literature on gender differences in economic experiments. In the three main sections, we identify robust differences in risk preferences, social (other-regarding) preferences, and competitive preferences. We also speculate on the source of these differences, as well as on their implications. Our hope is that this article will serve as a resource for those seeking to understand gender differences and to use as a starting point to illuminate the debate on gender-specific outcomes in the labor and goods markets.

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Gender differences in risk preferences, social preferences, and competitive preferences are robust and impact labor and goods market outcomes.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

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