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What does the term "intersexed" refer to?

individuals who are two-spirited
individuals who alter their biology
individuals who live as the opposite sex
individuals who possess both male and female genitalia

The correct answer is: individuals who possess both male and female genitalia

The term "intersexed" refers to individuals who possess both male and female genitalia or reproductive anatomy. Intersex is a broader term that encompasses a variety of conditions in which an individual's biological sex characteristics do not fit typical definitions of male or female. This can include physical variations in chromosomes, gonads, hormones, or genitalia at birth or during development. By defining intersex in this way, it highlights the biological diversity that exists beyond just the male-female binary. The other options do not accurately capture the meaning of "intersexed." Two-spirited individuals refer to a specific cultural identity within some Indigenous cultures that incorporates both masculine and feminine spirits, which is distinct from biological intersex conditions. The notion of individuals who alter their biology aligns more with gender transition or gender identity expressions, rather than the biological aspects inherent to being intersex. Meanwhile, individuals who live as the opposite sex often pertain to gender identity or transgender experiences, which, while related, do not define the biological intersex condition.