When Someone's Performance Is Affected by Stereotype Threat,this Means That

question 12

Multiple Choice

When someone's performance is affected by stereotype threat,this means that

• A)they belong to a group for whom there are some negative stereotypes.
• B)they are angry at other people for holding a negative stereotype about them.
• C)they have been directly threatened by others for challenging stereotypes.
• D)they either believe a negative stereotype about themselves or they fear that others will judge them based on the stereotype.

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