Zoë,an attractive blond,is concerned that she might say something foolish in her college algebra class,thereby confirming the stereotype of the 'dumb blond'.As a result,Zoë rarely volunteers to solve problems on the board during class.This behavior can best be explained by .

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Stereotype threat refers to the anxiety or concern individuals might feel when they are at risk of confirming a negative stereotype about their social group, which can lead to reduced performance or avoidance of situations where the stereotype might be confirmed.

Zoë,an Attractive Blond,is Concerned That She Might Say Something Foolish