Lakisha Meets Someone on a Date for the First Time

question 210

Multiple Choice

Lakisha meets someone on a date for the first time. Which factor is likely to have the greatest influence on Lakisha's first impression of her date?

• A) conversation that occurs during the date
• B) physical attractiveness of her date
• C) location of the date
• D) her past dating experiences

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Definitions:

Stereotype Threat

The risk of confirming negative stereotypes about an individual's racial, ethnic, gender, or cultural group, which can adversely affect performance and behavior.

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The risk of conforming to stereotypes about one's social group, which can negatively affect performance and self-perception.