The Phenomenon in Which a Test Taker Exerts Less Effort

question 38

Multiple Choice

The phenomenon in which a test taker exerts less effort to protect their self-worth when faced with the expectation that they may not perform well is referred to as

• A)the biasing effect
• B)self-handicapping
• C)stereotype threat
• D)the expectancy effect

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