Which of the Following Experimental Procedures Would a Researcher Investigating

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following experimental procedures would a researcher investigating stereotype threat be least likely to use?

• A) Having women complete a math test
• B) Having non-English-speaking students complete a verbal skills test in English
• C) Having African Americans complete an athletic task
• D) Having individuals with a history of mental illness complete a logical reasoning task

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Definitions:

Hypothalamus

An area located beneath the thalamus in the brain responsible for regulating the autonomic nervous system and the pituitary gland's functions, including the regulation of body temperature, thirst, hunger, and additional systems that maintain body equilibrium.

Pituitary Gland

A pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain, crucial for regulating vital body functions and general wellbeing through the secretion of hormones.

Amygdala

A part of the brain's limbic system involved in processing emotions, especially fear and pleasure.

Occipital Lobe

The rearmost lobe in the brain, located at the back of the head, responsible for processing visual information.