A man and a woman each go to a doctor and complain of severe headaches, nausea, and problems with vision. Which of the following responses may illustrate gender discrimination on the part of the doctor?
a. The doctor orders each patient several neurological tests.
b. The doctor issues each patient a drug prescription and says to get more rest.
c. The doctor issues the man a drug prescription, orders several neurological tests, and says he should get more rest. The doctor issues the woman a drug prescription, orders several neurological tests, and says she should get more rest.
d. The doctor orders several neurological tests for the man. The doctor issues the woman a drug prescription and says she should get more rest.
d
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