Where did the concept of men being expected to pay for dates originate from? Why is it still somewhat expected today?

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Where did the concept of men being expected to pay for dates originate from? Why is it still somewhat expected today?

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Answer 1

Probably because men made the money because women weren’t allowed to work outside the home. Especially during times of courting. It also allows the man to show off his ability to pay for something and show he can provide for a family. Old school rules trickling over into modern times. I say Go Dutch!!