Sure; statistically a fixed strength standard above a certain point will reject a greater percentage of women than men (especially if it isn't adjusted for body weight; eg if you had to bench press 300#)
Yes, I think you're right. I read an article a while back about them doing this in the UK police. It was argued that the tougher physical requirements weren't necessary to uphold the job and was likely just an obstacle to keep women out.
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