What percentage of Australian women have experienced sexual harassment?

• A. 85%
• B. 60%
• C. 75%
• D. 90%

Answer: (A)

This question tests understanding of how common sexual harassment is among Australian women, based on national survey data. Across large surveys, a large majority of women report having experienced some form of sexual harassment at some point in their lives. The figure around 85% captures this high lifetime prevalence, reflecting that harassment is widespread and not just a rare or isolated issue. It emphasizes that the experience is common enough to be a central concern in discussions about safety, gender equality, and policy.

If you see other percentages, they don’t align as closely with the well-established finding that the majority of women have faced harassment at least once. For instance, 60% would understate how widespread it is, while 75% is lower than many national estimates, and 90% would overstate the typical figure.