The word "gender" refers to
A)biological differences in primary and secondary sexual characteristics.
B)the symbolism of masculinity and femininity that we connect to being male-bodied or female-bodied.
C)the fact that the shape of our body may not extend to how we feel or act.
D)the primary way we naturalize and justify inequality.

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Gender refers to the social and cultural meanings we attach to being male or female, including cultural norms and expectations of behavior and expression. It is distinct from biological sex, which refers to physical and physiological differences between males and females.

Answer: C 
 Gender identity is not always congruent with biological sex. Some people may identify as male or female regardless of the sex assigned to them at birth, and may present themselves in ways that do not conform to traditional gender norms.

Answer: D 
 Gender is often used to naturalize and justify inequality, such as through gender-based discrimination and gender role expectations that limit opportunities and perpetuate societal hierarchies.

The Word "Gender" Refers to