Jake Is About to Interact with His New Roommate

question 143

Multiple Choice

Jake is about to interact with his new roommate.Jake is white, and is worried that his black roommate will think he is prejudiced.He is worried that he might say something that could be taken as a sign of prejudice.Jake is experiencing ____.

• A)stereotype threat
• B)scapegoating
• C)a self-fulfilling prophecy
• D)a self-serving bias

---

Definitions:

Operating Costs

The expenses related to the day-to-day activities of a business, such as wages and rent.

After-Tax Discount Rate

The discount rate used in financial analysis that reflects the net cost or benefit of investment after accounting for taxes.

Incremental Sales

The additional revenue generated from a specific business action or decision, such as launching a new product.

Renovation Cost

Expenses associated with updating, refurbishing, or improving existing structures or spaces to increase their value or functionality.