Exhibit 11-5: Indicate Whether the Following Statements Refer to Internal

question 9

Multiple Choice

Exhibit 11-5: Indicate whether the following statements refer to internal validity or external validity.
-Refer to Exhibit 11-5.Are the findings of this study a result of the experimental treatment?

• A) internal validity
• B) external validity.

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Definitions:

Stereotype Threat

The anxiety or concern experienced by individuals when they fear that their actions might confirm a negative stereotype about their group.

Stereotype Lift

The phenomenon where individuals perform better than otherwise because they are aware of a positive stereotype about their group.

Positive Stereotype

A generalized belief about a particular group or category of people that assigns them inherently good traits, which, despite being positive, can lead to unrealistic expectations and pressures.

Test Anxiety

A condition characterized by excessive stress and worry that impairs the ability to perform well on exams.