What career issue can arise if a woman employee does not get mentorship?

Correct answer: Promotion and leadership preparation may be limited

The direct answer is A: without mentorship, promotion and leadership preparation may be limited. Mentorship is continuing guidance from a more experienced person who can explain workplace expectations, give feedback, share information about opportunities, and help a worker plan development. Step by step: the employee may receive less advice about skills and organisational procedures; she may not hear about projects or promotion pathways; she may have fewer chances to practise leadership; decision-makers may also have less opportunity to notice her abilities; therefore career growth can become slower or less equal. Option A is correct because mentorship supports confidence, visibility, skills, and informed career planning. Option B is wrong because salary does not automatically rise when mentorship is absent. Option C is wrong because lack of guidance does not remove the workload. Option D is wrong because equal opportunity cannot be assumed merely from the absence of a formal barrier; unequal access to support can itself create disadvantage. Mentorship is helpful, but fair systems and transparent promotion are also needed. Exam cue: guidance and networks influence advancement.