Grammarholic Is the use of 's/he' a legitimate writing device? In some contexts, such as the one you suggest, yes.
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GrammarholicIs the use of 's/he' a legitimate writing device?In some contexts, such as the one you suggest, yes.
GrammarholicEg: An employee may bring a laptop if s/he desires to do so.If you don't like 's/he', write "Employees may bring laptops if they desire to do so".