Asked by Liezel Paglinawan on Jun 01, 2024

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Which of the following is a way to avoid using sexist language?

A) Use "he or she" rather than "he."
B) Alternate between masculine and feminine pronouns.
C) Make the noun plural so a gender-neutral pronoun can be used.
D) All of these choices are correct.

Sexist Language

Language that discriminates against or stereotypes individuals based on their sex or gender, often by excluding, trivializing, or diminishing one gender.

Gender-neutral Pronoun

A pronoun not specifically associated with a particular gender, used to refer to people in a way that does not indicate gender, such as "they/them."

  • Use gender-neutral language in legal writing.
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Samantha SwaffordJun 07, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
All of these strategies help avoid sexist language by ensuring inclusivity and neutrality in pronoun usage.