Which of the Following Is Most Effective When Trying to Eliminate

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is most effective when trying to eliminate sexist generic pronouns?

• A) avoiding the use of pronoun pairs
• B) avoiding the phrase "he or she"
• C) using plural nouns or pronouns
• D) mixing singular nouns and plural pronouns
• E) avoiding the use of "you"

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Definitions:

Applied Force

A force that is applied to an object by a person or another object.

Fulcrum

The fixed point around which a lever pivots, enabling the lever to lift or move loads with less effort.

Load

In physiology, the force or resistance that a muscle has to overcome during contraction; in engineering, the weight or force that a structure supports.

Maximal Stimulus

The level of stimulus at which the maximum rate of contraction or response is achieved in a muscle or nerve.