Question

In Kenya, the literacy rate for males is 90.6% while the rate for girls is 79.7%. In Sudan, 71.8% of males are considered literate as opposed to 50.5% of the female population. Which statement BEST describes what is causing the difference in literacy rates for males and females

Answer 1

Well, Usually it cost a lot for them to get education... and they are a more traditional based society... so men are more likely to be literate for work as opposed to girls.

Answer 2

In africa,for social,cultural andeconomic issues males have had access to better education opportunities than females.Tribalism,religious influences and social standards contribute significantly for the gap in the literacy rate.