Muted-group theorists believe:
A) women's language is far superior to that of men.
B) there is no political content to language; critical theorists are wrong.
C) women often feel less comfortable communicating in public situations than do men.
D) there are really no significant differences between the language habits of men and women.

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Muted-group theory suggests that certain groups, particularly women, are marginalized in society and their experiences are not as easily expressed in the dominant language, making them less comfortable in public communication situations. This theory does not claim women's language is superior (A), nor does it deny the political content of language (B), and it directly contradicts the idea that there are no significant differences in language habits between men and women (D).

Muted-Group Theorists Believe