Which Statement Concerning Racial and Ethnic Differences in IQ Is

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which statement concerning racial and ethnic differences in IQ is FALSE?

• A) The fear of "stereotype threat" (i.e., being judged on qualities associated with negative stereotypes) can help explain why African Americans score lower on IQ tests.
• B) Stereotype threat appears to account for about 80 points of the gap between majority and non-majority students.
• C) Mentors tend to increase the level of stereotype threat in members of minority groups.
• D) Positive stereotypes about a group may increase test performance of that group.

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Definitions:

Environment Molds

This could refer to the concept that environmental factors shape individual behavior, personality, or physical traits, but as phrased, it's not a recognized term.

Unconditioned Stimulus

Unconditioned stimulus is a stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers a response without the need for prior learning.

Classical Conditioning

A learning process that occurs when two stimuli are repeatedly paired: a response that is at first elicited only by the second stimulus is eventually elicited by the first stimulus alone.

Blinking Eyes

The rapid opening and closing of the eyelid, a reflex mechanism to spread tears and protect the eye from irritants.