One Reason Individuals from Certain Populations Underperform on Aptitude Tests

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Essay

One reason individuals from certain populations underperform on aptitude tests is stereotype threat. Explain what stereotype threat is and then describe three different ways it can lower test scores.

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Definitions:

Equilibrium Outcome

The situation in which market supply and demand balance each other, and, as a result, prices become stable.

Pure Strategies

A strategy in game theory where a player chooses a single action or outcome consistently, rather than mixing between multiple options.

CD Changer

An electronic device that stores and plays multiple compact discs automatically, allowing users to switch between discs without manual intervention.

Nash Equilibrium

Set of strategies or actions in which each firm does the best it can given its competitors’ actions.