Which of the following is an example of a microaggression?
A) A pregnant woman who is not given paid maternity leave by her employer
B) Men who whistle at and catcall a woman who is walking down the street
C) An employer who pays his female employees less than his male employees
D) A sports team that refuses to allow female athletes to play

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Whistling and catcalling are forms of street harassment that can make women feel uncomfortable, unsafe, and objectified. This type of behavior is a form of microaggression because it is rooted in societal power dynamics and reinforces harmful gender stereotypes.

Which of the Following Is an Example of a Microaggression