Which Statement Made by a Teacher Is Most Likely to Activate

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which statement made by a teacher is most likely to activate stereotype threat?

• A) "This exam will show what you have learned in this chapter."
• B) "This exam counts 30 percent toward your final grade."
• C) "Your grade on this exam will show the amount of effort you've put into the class."
• D) "This exam will show which sex has better grammatical skills."

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Definitions:

Gram-variable

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Pyridium

A medication used to relieve symptoms caused by irritation of the urinary tract, such as pain, burning, and the urge to urinate.

Jaundice

A yellowish discoloration of the sclera and skin due to the presence of bile pigments in the blood.

Opaqueness

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