Asked by Enock Mutai on Jul 31, 2024

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A study on stereotype threat and math performance (Spencer, Steele, & Quinn, 1999) suggests that

A) the gender gap in math performance is at least partly due to stereotype-influenced beliefs and expectations.
B) women stereotype their own math abilities more than men.
C) when women are told nothing about gender differences, they tend to do as well.
D) women do better on math tests when they are tested in mixed-sex groups than when tested with only men.

Stereotype Threat

The risk of confirming negative stereotypes about one's social group, which can impact performance and behavior.

Gender Gap

The disparities between genders in various aspects, such as income, education, and political representation.

Math Performance

The ability or achievement level in mathematics, often measured through testing or academic performance.

  • Acknowledge the effect of stereotype threat on outcome and its role in interpreting gender variations in math proficiency.
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Katie CozzieAug 06, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The study found that the gender gap in math performance is at least partly due to stereotype-influenced beliefs and expectations.