Mrs. Nguyen agrees with the following statement: “As I get older, things are better than I thought they’d be.” Mrs. Nguyen’s self-perception __________

A) is an example of a stereotype threat
B) may help her live a longer life
C) suggests that she is in denial
D) is consistent with the prevailing Western stereotype


Answer: B

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