At least with kids it is equally applied. The average man treats boys and girls as both a potential threat and thus avoids being alone with either. But for wo

At least with kids it is equally applied. The average man treats boys and girls as both a potential threat and thus avoids being alone with either. But for women in the workplace, it isn't equal because the average man is far more worried about a false compliant from a woman than a man, thus they will work closer with other men, will be more willing to work one on one with other men, and other such small choices. Each choice isn't a big deal, but there are so many that over a few years it can vastly impact working relationships, almost making lite version of the old boy's club. For example, the male coworkers from an old job I go to eat out with once a week never invite women. Every now and then some come along and they don't deny any who want to join, but in general they want to hang out with 'the guys' because they realize there are different social rules to such a gathering. This leads to them building up social connections that can offer them a greater advantage.