After Jenna read an article about how few women hold higher-up positions in major corporations, she performs poorly on her exam in business administration (even though she is well prepared) . Which concept could explain this?

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Stereotype threat refers to the risk of confirming negative stereotypes about an individual's racial, ethnic, gender, or cultural group, which can negatively impact performance. Jenna's awareness of the stereotype about women in business may have affected her exam performance.

After Jenna Read an Article About How Few Women Hold