Maria is keenly aware that others stereotype Italians from New York as too loud and boisterous. As a result, she monitors her behavior closely in public situations. Her fear that others may perceive her as a stereotypical Italian is also known as
A) realistic group conflict.
B) social learning.
C) stereotypification.
D) stereotype threat.

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Maria's behavior is an example of stereotype threat, which occurs when individuals are at risk of conforming to stereotypes about their social group. In this case, Maria is concerned about being perceived through the negative stereotype of Italians from New York as loud and boisterous, leading her to monitor her behavior closely.

Maria Is Keenly Aware That Others Stereotype Italians from New