Asked by John-Alex Nicholas on Jul 31, 2024

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The statement "A good woman should be set on a pedestal by her man" demonstrates ________.

A) aversive sexism
B) benevolent sexism
C) entitled sexism
D) hostile sexism

Benevolent Sexism

A form of sexism that is couched in terms of positive stereotypes and paternalistic attitudes towards women, suggesting they need protection or are inherently better at certain tasks.

  • Attain an understanding of the premise and implications of ambivalent sexism.
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Taylor YoungbloodAug 01, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The statement implies that women are deserving of special treatment and should be placed on a pedestal, which is a hallmark of benevolent sexism. It suggests that women are weak and need to be protected, which may seem positive, but can still be limiting and damaging.