If the Policies of a Governmental Institution Reflect the Belief

question 401

Multiple Choice

If the policies of a governmental institution reflect the belief that heterosexuality is better or more natural than homosexuality, then this prejudice is called

• A) homophobia.
• B) heterosexism.
• C) sexism.
• D) transsexualism.

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