A stereotype exists in many cultures that men are better than women at math.Ramya is about to take a diagnostic achievement test in math.According to research on stereotype threat, under which of the following conditions is Ramya most likely to perform poorly on the test?

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Research on stereotype threat suggests that indicating one's gender before taking a math test can activate the stereotype threat and lead to poorer performance in women. Therefore, Ramya is most likely to perform poorly on the test if she is asked to indicate her gender at the beginning of the test. A and C are incorrect because believing in the accuracy of the test or identifying with math may not necessarily have an impact on stereotype threat. D is also incorrect as it is unrelated to the stereotype threat.

A Stereotype Exists in Many Cultures That Men Are Better