Courtney is enrolled in an advanced physics class at her high school.She is one of only three girls in the class,and she is aware of the notion that girls are poorer at math and science than boys.This knowledge may actually hinder Courtney's performance in the class as a result of:

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The situation described is an example of stereotype threat, which occurs when individuals are aware of a negative stereotype about their group and believe that their performance will be judged based on that stereotype. This can lead to anxiety and reduced performance, as the individual strives to avoid confirming the stereotype.

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