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passed by congress in 1972, title ix:

a. eliminated barriers to a womans right to own and use birth control pills.
b. eliminated almost all gender differences existing in federal and state law.
c. guaranteed the right to an abortion in the early weeks of pregnancy in all u.s. states.
d. guaranteed equal opportunity for women in federally funded educational programs.

Explanation:

Identify the core subject

The question asks about the impact of Title IX, passed by Congress in 1972.

Analyze the historical context

Title IX is a landmark federal civil rights law in the United States.

Evaluate the options

• Option A refers to reproductive rights (such as Griswold v. Connecticut).
• Option B is too broad; it describes the proposed Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), not Title IX.
• Option C refers to abortion rights, established by Roe v. Wade in 1973.
• Option D correctly states that Title IX prohibited sex-based discrimination in any school or other education program receiving federal financial assistance.

Formulate the final conclusion

Title IX guaranteed equal opportunity for women in federally funded educational programs, including sports and academics.

Answer:

• A. eliminated barriers to a woman's right to own and use birth control pills.
• B. eliminated almost all gender differences existing in federal and state law.
• C. guaranteed the right to an abortion in the early weeks of pregnancy in all U.S. states.
• D. guaranteed equal opportunity for women in federally funded educational programs. (Correct answer)