The Use of a Gender-Specific Reference,such as 'Lady Doctor' Is

question 72

Multiple Choice

The use of a gender-specific reference,such as 'lady doctor' is inappropriate in business writing because

• A)it is potentially discriminatory
• B)it is non-representative
• C)it carries hidden meaning
• D)it is promoting stereotype

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