The label "transsexualism" is most appropriate for which of the following?

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Transsexualism refers to a person who identifies with a gender that is different from their biological sex. Claudette's feeling that she is really a male makes the label "transsexualism" most appropriate for her.

Answer: C
 Toni has both male and female sex organs, which is a medical condition called intersex. This is not related to gender identity, so the label "transsexualism" would not be appropriate for Toni.

Answer: B
 Bob's sexual arousal by dressing in female clothing is a form of fetishism or cross-dressing. This is also not directly related to gender identity, so the label "transsexualism" would not be appropriate for Bob.

Answer: D
 Bradley's behavior of acting and playing like a girl may be indicative of gender nonconformity or gender non-binary identity but not necessarily transsexualism. Transsexualism refers to a desire to live as a gender that is different from one's biological sex, which may not be the case for Bradley at this stage of development.

The Label "Transsexualism" Is Most Appropriate for Which of the Following