In this lesson, we explore the concepts of equality, equity, and fairness, focusing on the issue of gender inequality in the United States. The discussion highlights the wage gap, revealing that women earn 81 cents for every dollar men make without qualifications and 98 cents when qualified. Additionally, the lesson examines racial disparities in wages, noting that qualified Asian women earn more than white men, despite ongoing societal issues such as Asian discrimination. Ultimately, the lesson poses the critical question of why these inequalities persist across gender and race.