Which of the Following Is an Example of Stereotype Threat

question 116

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of stereotype threat?

• A)Kyoung Lae is aware of the stereotype that Asians are good at math and as a result,he performs well on a math test.
• B)Joanna is aware of the stereotype that females aren't strong in the maths and sciences,so she goes out and performs well in those areas.
• C)Jamal is aware of the stereotype that black students don't do well in school and as a result,he struggles on his academic tests.
• D)Franklin,an older gentleman,is aware of the stereotype that elderly people move at a slower pace and as a result,he walks even faster.

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Definitions:

Framing Effects

The influence on an individual's decision-making caused by the way information is presented, rather than just the information itself.

Status Quo

The existing state of affairs; in prospect theory, the current situation from which gains and losses are calculated.

Utility

A measure of satisfaction or value that consumers receive from consuming goods and services.

Endowment Effect

The tendency people have to place higher valuations on items they possess (are endowed with) than on identical items that they do not possess; perhaps caused by loss aversion.