Women Have Been Found to Score Lower on Math Tests

question 121

Multiple Choice

Women have been found to score lower on math tests when they are tested alongside men. This best illustrates the impact of

• A) the Flynn effect.
• B) intrinsic motivation.
• C) emotional intelligence.
• D) stereotype threat.

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Definitions:

Equilibrium Quantity

The quantity of goods or services supplied that is equal to the quantity demanded at the market price.

Equilibrium Price

The market price at which the quantity of goods supplied is equal to the quantity of goods demanded, resulting in no surplus or shortage.

Supply Increases

A condition in which the quantity of goods and services offered by businesses rises, often leading to lower prices if demand remains constant.

Demand Decreases

Occurs when consumers are less willing or able to purchase a product at any given price, leading to a leftward shift in the demand curve.