When describing participants in research reports (e.g., journal articles), which of the following label pairs is ethically-outdated?

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Using gendered terms like "ladies and gentlemen" and outdated or potentially stigmatizing terms like "homosexual males" is considered ethically outdated in research reporting. "Males and females" can also be seen as overly simplistic and not inclusive of non-binary or gender-diverse individuals.

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