The devaluation of the female gender can be seen in

A) the word pair "master and mistress."
B) the generic "he."
C) the word pair Mr. and Mrs.
D) the terms "male professional" and "female professional."

The word pair "master and mistress" is an example of the devaluation of the female gender as the term "mistress" implies a lack of power compared to "master."

Answer: B
The use of the generic "he" to refer to both males and females is an example of the devaluation of the female gender as it erases the presence of women in language and reinforces the notion that men are the default or norm.

Answer: C
The word pair Mr. and Mrs. is an example of the devaluation of the female gender as it emphasizes the marital status of women while men are addressed by their professional title "Mr."

Answer: D
The terms "male professional" and "female professional" is an example of the devaluation of the female gender as it implies that the default or norm for professionals is male, and any women in the same profession must be identified as such.