Sharon Is the Only Women in an Advanced College Math

question 19

Multiple Choice

Sharon is the only women in an advanced college Math class. If a negative stereotype about women's math ability is made salient during an exam, Sharon's performance could be influenced by _______.

• A) self-objectification
• B) stereotype threat
• C) disidentification
• D) ingroup bias

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