Which of the following carries the risk of creating a hostile working environment?
a. Profanity
b. A cliché
c. Jargon
d. A meme
a. Profanity
Profanity can create a hostile working environment, as it may be offensive to some individuals and can contribute to a culture of disrespect or discomfort in the workplace. The other options, while they may have their own implications, are less likely to directly create a hostile environment compared to the use of profanity.