Which off the following statements contributes to IQ test bias against ethnic minorities?
A) Negative stereotypes about the test-taker's ethnic group can undermine children's IQ performance.
B) Ethnic minority children often grow up in "object-oriented" rather than "people-oriented" homes.
C) Ethnic minority parents do not promote complex verbal skills, such as storytelling.
D) Ethnic minority children are less concerned with pleasing their teachers than white children.

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Negative stereotypes about the test-taker's ethnic group can undermine children's IQ performance. This is because if the test-taker is aware of negative stereotypes about their ethnic group, they may feel anxious or discouraged while taking the test, leading to a lower performance. This is a type of bias against ethnic minorities that can affect their scores. Options B, C and D are stereotypes and assumptions that do not necessarily reflect reality and do not necessarily contribute to IQ test bias.

Which Off the Following Statements Contributes to IQ Test Bias