Which statement best describes sexist tattoos?

• A. Sexist tattoos are defined as those that advocate a philosophy that degrades or demeans a person based on gender.
• B. Sexist tattoos are defined as those that promote equality between genders.
• C. Sexist tattoos are defined as those that criticize gender roles.
• D. Sexist tattoos are defined as those that promote violence.

Answer: (A)

Sexist tattoos express beliefs that demean or degrade a person based on their gender. That demeaning stance is what defines sexism, making such tattoos unacceptable in Army settings because they undermine dignity, respect, and unit cohesion. The other options describe things that aren’t about demeaning someone for their gender—promoting equality contradicts sexism, critiquing gender roles isn’t inherently demeaning, and promoting violence isn’t the defining feature of a sexist tattoo.