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| Martyna, Wendy | 1 |
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Peer reviewedMartyna, Wendy – Journal of Communication, 1978
Attempts to determine whether "he" is an adequate generic term which can refer to males as well as females, and concludes that "he" is not effective in serving its generic function and should be replaced. (MH)
Descriptors: Behavioral Science Research, Communication Research, Language Role, Males
