If Being Labeled a Nerd (Someone Who Studies a Lot

question 127

Multiple Choice

If being labeled a nerd (someone who studies a lot and has high grades) in high school or college is a social negative then,according to the textbook:

• A)this is a cruel and unfair stereotype.
• B)those who study hard would be better off it this negative stereotype was eliminated.
• C)the negative stereotype serves to discourage some students from studying hard thus increasing the payoff to those who do.
• D)the negative stereotype serves to comfort those who don't study and make poor grades.

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