In a Series of Experiments,Claude Steele and Joshua Aronson (1995)had

question 124

Multiple Choice

In a series of experiments,Claude Steele and Joshua Aronson (1995) had both African-American and Anglo- American students at Stanford University take a verbal test.In one condition,the test was described as a valid measure of intelligence,and in the other condition,the test was described as neither a reliable nor valid measure of intelligence.In the former condition,African Americans performed more poorly than did Anglo Americans because

• A)African Americans were overwhelmed by a fear of success.
• B)African Americans experienced stereotype threat.
• C)Anglo Americans were determined that African Americans would not "outscore" them.
• D)African Americans shared the cultural stereotype.

Comprehend the distinct symptoms and impacts of schizophrenia, including positive and negative symptoms.

Grasp historical and current models used to explain the origins of psychological disorders.

Understand the characteristics and triggers of panic attacks and their differentiation from other disorders.

Recognize and differentiate among various anxiety disorders and their manifestations.

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The act of conducting tests or trials to explore effects of actions or to discover new information, often used in research, product development, and problem-solving.

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