A stereotype exists in many cultures that men are better than women at math. Ramie is about to take a diagnostic achievement test in math. According to research on stereotype threat, under which condition is Ramie most likely to perform poorly on the test?
a. Ramie does not believe that the test is an accurate measure of math ability.
b. Ramie is asked to indicate her sex at the beginning of the test.
c. Ramie does not include math as an important part of her identity.
d. Ramie is unaware of the cultural stereotype concerning sex and math
b
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