Asked by Hunter Hamrick on Jul 05, 2024
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Jade is a transwoman who experiences microaggressions in her jobs.Which of the following is an example of a microaggression?
A) Jade hid that she was transgender while serving in the military in the 1990s, due to the military's policies at the time
B) A co-worker joked to Jade that she wouldn't be a "real woman" until she had "the surgery"
C) A boss fired Jade upon learning that she was transgender
D) The HR manager asked employees in a meeting, including Jade, to introduce themselves and state their pronouns
Microaggression
Subtle, often unintentional, discrimination or insults toward members of marginalized groups.
Transwoman
An individual who was assigned male at birth but identifies and lives as a woman.
Military's Policies
Guidelines and rules established by military organizations to govern the conduct, operations, and administration of its members.
- Gain insight into the interpersonal dynamics and prejudicial treatment in professional settings, focusing on the particular experiences of unique demographics such as male nursing staff and transwomen.
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Zybrea KnightJul 05, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
A co-worker's joke that Jade isn't a "real woman" until she had "the surgery" is an example of a microaggression. It implies that Jade's gender identity is not valid or authentic because she has not undergone medical procedures to alter her body.
Learning Objectives
- Gain insight into the interpersonal dynamics and prejudicial treatment in professional settings, focusing on the particular experiences of unique demographics such as male nursing staff and transwomen.