Sean Was Told That "Boys Are Not Good at Writing

question 34

Multiple Choice

Sean was told that "Boys are not good at writing" before he completed the writing sample for his English class. He didn't do well on his writing sample. What term is used to describe the negative impact this statement may have had on his performance.

• A) Proximity threat
• B) Similarity threat
• C) Continuity threat
• D) Stereotype threat

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Definitions:

Cancer Cells

Abnormal cells that divide uncontrollably and can invade nearby tissues or spread to other parts of the body.

Autonomic Nervous System

The part of the peripheral nervous system that controls involuntary bodily functions, including heart rate, digestion, and breathing.

Sympathetic Nervous System

Part of the autonomic nervous system that activates what is often termed the fight or flight response.

Immune System

is the body's defense mechanism against infections, diseases, and other potentially harmful foreign bodies.