Maria is conducting research on a group of team of sledge hockey players. In her research report, Maria writes about her research participants' "different abilities," rather than referring to the participants as "handicapped." Maria refers to her participants this way because ________.
A) she recognizes that athletes should be described differently than other groups
B) she recognizes that language is an essential mechanism for meaningful knowing and acting
C) recent legislation demands that she use this language
D) university research protocols demand that she use this language

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Maria uses the term "different abilities" to emphasize the importance of language in shaping perceptions and understanding, recognizing that how we talk about individuals and groups can influence attitudes and actions.

Maria Is Conducting Research on a Group of Team of Sledge