According to the Mere Effort Account of the Stereotype Threat

question 38

Multiple Choice

According to the mere effort account of the stereotype threat effect,invoking a stereotype

• A)disrupts cognitive performance in all circumstances.
• B)pushes people away from their prepotent response,disrupting performance.
• C)pushes people toward their prepotent response,which can enhance performance under some circumstances.
• D)pushes people toward their prepotent response when it's inappropriate,and away from it when it's appropriate.

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Definitions:

Animated Conversation

A lively and spirited discussion, characterized by enthusiasm and active participation.

Unconscious Mental Activity

Psychological processes that occur without an individual's conscious awareness, influencing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Simultaneous Processing

The cognitive ability to process multiple pieces of information at the same time.

Parallel Tracks

Situations or processes that occur simultaneously or side-by-side with little to no intersection or effect on each other.