Churiah goes into a store to buy a computer. The sales clerk who assists her does not talk down to the male customer he just finished helping but does talk down to Churiah. In this scenario, the sales clerk is demonstrating ________.

A) sex discrimination
B) oppression
C) self-fulfilling prophecy
D) heterosexism

Sex Discrimination

Unfair treatment of individuals based on their sex or gender, often manifesting in areas such as employment, education, and healthcare.

Heterosexism

A system of attitudes, bias, and discrimination in favor of opposite-sex sexuality and relationships, often marginalizing non-heterosexual behaviors, identities, and communities.

Oppression

A system of discrimination and exclusion that prevents individuals or groups from having equal rights, opportunities, and treatment.