Positions of Power and Authority, Like "Chairman" and "Policeman," Often

question 107

Multiple Choice

Positions of power and authority, like "chairman" and "policeman," often emphasize the male gender in their names. Why does this matter?

• A) The names imply that one gender is more suited for a particular job than the other.
• B) The names are rude and inconsiderate.
• C) The names are confusing, as more and more women are entering these professions.
• D) It doesn't really matter what words are used to describe a position.
• E) The names help deter men from entering into incompatible fields.

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