Using the terms "husband and wife" rather than "partner" demonstrates _____

a. heterosexist bias
b. homophobic language
c. abstract language
d. sexist language

a

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A person's place in the social hierarchy is called his or her social _____

a. credibility b. status c. position d. rationality

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Of the following, what is the best reason for using nonsexist language?

A. because it creates the impression that one isn't sexist, no matter one's attitudes B. because, in this day and age, it's important to be politically correct C. because women will feel slighted if language doesn't include them D. because nonsexist language reflects nonsexist attitudes

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