What does the asterisk in the membership descriptions indicate?

• A. It indicates a special designation with no inclusivity.
• B. this means inclusivity for cisgender, transgender, non-binary, and gender nonconforming individuals who are committed to advancing women in music
• C. It indicates the membership type: Collegiate
• D. It marks the end of a list

Answer: (B)

The asterisk signals inclusive language, showing that the term is meant to encompass a range of gender identities rather than a single category. It indicates inclusivity for cisgender, transgender, non-binary, and gender nonconforming individuals who are committed to advancing women in music. This use matches how organizations often use an asterisk to broaden eligibility and acknowledge diverse identities. The other interpretations don’t fit the common purpose of such an asterisk: it isn’t just a special designation with no inclusivity, it isn’t about a specific Collegiate membership type, and it isn’t simply marking the end of a list.