When cultural test bias is present, it would be expected to generate stronger disadvantages for

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Cultural test bias refers to the phenomenon in which certain cultural groups may be disadvantaged on a test because the test measures certain knowledge or skills that are more prevalent in one culture than in another. Therefore, foreigners who may not be as familiar with the cultural norms and values underlying the test are likely to experience a stronger disadvantage than native-born individuals. The other options (men vs. women, younger vs. older children, underweight vs. overweight adults) are not directly related to the concept of cultural test bias.

When Cultural Test Bias Is Present, It Would Be Expected