Asked by Dakota Merchant on May 29, 2024
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Before taking her calculus final,Heather reads a story about how men and women have equal abilities in math.As a result,Heather is ________ likely to do well on her exam because
Of ________.
A) more;positive role models
B) more;reduced stereotype threat
C) less;positive role models
D) less;reduced stereotype threat
Stereotype Threat
The risk of confirming negative stereotypes about one's group, which can impair performance in various domains.
- Understand the effects of stereotypes and the risk posed by stereotype threat to performance.
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Divya PrakashJun 02, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Reading a story about equal abilities in math between men and women can reduce stereotype threat, which is the fear of confirming negative stereotypes about one's group. This reduction can improve performance by alleviating anxiety and increasing confidence.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the effects of stereotypes and the risk posed by stereotype threat to performance.