Linda is a firefighter working in a fire house where all the other firefighters are male. She puts up with sexual innuendos, derogatory comments about her abilities as firefighter, and "practical jokes" like having the hot water turned off every time she showers. What is Linda experiencing in her workplace?

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Linda is experiencing hostile environment sexual harassment, which is characterized by unwelcome sexual conduct that is severe or pervasive enough to create a work environment that a reasonable person would consider intimidating, hostile, or abusive. The sexual innuendos, derogatory comments, and practical jokes she endures fit this description.

Linda Is a Firefighter Working in a Fire House Where