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“About Women & Marketing” reports the following cost differences in raising girls and boys:
A haircut and shampoo: $12 for girl; $8 for boy.
Shoes: $18.97 for girl, $39 for boy.
Swimgear: $45 for girl’s swim suit, $25 for boy’s.
Toys: $25 for Pioneer Barbie doll, $8 for Stars and Stripes Ken doll.
Activities: $6 for annual membership fee in Brownies, $7 for Cub Scouts.
Car insurance: $1,922 for 16-year-old girl, $3,300 for 16-year-old boy.
Prom: $100 for formal dress, $59.95 for tux rental.
