A Possible Reaction to Stereotype Threat Might Be _____

question 13

Multiple Choice

A possible reaction to stereotype threat might be _____.

• A) an increase in the high-school drop-out rate for African American males
• B) young girls' preferences for playing with dolls over trucks
• C) romantic relationship partners living together without being married
• D) women's high performance on the math portion of the SAT

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Definitions:

Circuit

In electronics, a circular path through which an electric current flows or moves; in legal terms, a geographical area of jurisdiction for federal courts.

General Jurisdiction

The court's authority to hear all kinds of legal disputes, typically regarding cases that are not limited by the subject matter or geographic area.

Trial Court

A court of law where cases are tried in the first instance, as opposed to an appeals court.

State's Trial

A legal proceeding held in a state court, which can involve criminal, civil, or administrative matters within that state's jurisdiction.