The new HR manager observes that out of twenty$-$six executive positions at the company, only two are held by women. She decides to investigate what actions she can take to ensure there is not a glass ceiling at the company. Which action would most likely help meet this objective?

Group of answer choices

assigning female employees to mentors who will sponsor them for key positions

selecting male employees based on their potential

rejecting the idea that stereotypes have played a role in developmental assignments

cautioning female employees not to broadcast their achievements

adopting a less formal approach to making developmental assignments