If the policies of a government institution, such as a school or college, show prejudice against males or females based solely on their gender, this is called
A) genderism.
B) transsexualism.
C) sexism.
D) androgyny.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Sexism refers to prejudice or discrimination based on a person's gender, and if a government institution enacts policies that are biased against a particular gender, that would be an example of sexism. Genderism is not a common term used to describe discrimination based on gender, and transsexualism refers to a person's gender identity, not institutional policies. Androgyny refers to a combination of masculine and feminine qualities or characteristics and does not apply to institutional policies.

If the Policies of a Government Institution, Such as a School