As an assistant manager, John reads a report stating that the number of female assistant managers being promoted to managers within his company is increasing at a faster rate than the number of males. When asked to vote for a person in his office to be a representative on the company's workers' grievance board, John votes against his own secretary, thinking to himself, "Next, she'll want my job. She is fine just where she is-taking care of me." John's reactions illustrate:

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John's reaction illustrates ambivalent sexism, which includes both hostile and benevolent sexism. His thoughts reflect benevolent sexism, where he believes women should remain in supportive roles.

As an Assistant Manager, John Reads a Report Stating That