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savannahhooper

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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

Question 2

Which of the following is not a gender-neutral word?
 
  a. Firefighter
  b. Policeman
  c. Police officer
  d. Worker



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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

B



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