The Declaration of Sentiments stated, "He has created a false public sentiment, by giving to the world a different code of morals for men and women, by which moral delinquencies which exclude women from society, are not only tolerated but deemed of little account in man." Which of the following is an example of this sentiment?

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The example that best reflects the sentiment expressed in the Declaration of Sentiments is C, which highlights the double standard in morality between men and women. Adultery committed by a woman was considered to be a serious moral transgression that would result in social ostracism, while men who committed the same act were often excused or looked upon less harshly. This reflects the different code of morals that was applied to men and women in the 19th century. The other options do not directly address this sentiment, as they relate to issues of access and opportunity rather than morality.

The Declaration of Sentiments Stated, "He Has Created a False