Which of the Following Statements Is True of Stereotype Threat

question 83

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of stereotype threat?

• A)A person facing stereotype threat usually performs well in any test to prove he or she is better than what is indicated by the stereotype.
• B)A person who experiences stereotype threat is well aware of stereotypical expectations for him or her as a member of a group.
• C)Stereotype threat affects performance on math tests by men compared to women.
• D)In stereotype-relevant situations, a person has the tendency to overperform.

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Definitions:

Domestic Opportunity Cost

The cost of forgoing the next best alternative use of a country's own resources.

Comparative Advantage

The principle that countries or entities should produce goods and services where they have a lower opportunity cost compared to others.

Domestic Opportunity Cost

The cost of forgoing the next best alternative when choosing to produce a good or service domestically.

Comparative Advantage

The ability of an individual or group to carry out a particular economic activity (such as making a specific product) more efficiently than another activity.