Which of the following individuals is most likely to experience the stereotype threat?
A) John,who is taking the SAT with fellow classmates
B) Miguel,who is Mexican-American,is taking the ACT with his classmates,of which 90 percent are Mexican-American
C) Jackie,who attends an all-girl prep school,is taking the SAT with her classmates
D) Malik,who is the only African-American taking the ACT with white students

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Malik is the only African-American taking the ACT with white students, which puts him at risk for experiencing stereotype threat. Stereotype threat occurs when individuals fear confirming negative stereotypes about their group, which can lead to decreased performance on tasks. In this case, Malik may worry about confirming negative stereotypes about African-Americans' academic abilities. The other answer choices do not necessarily involve a situation where the individual is in the minority or at risk for confirming negative stereotypes.

Which of the Following Individuals Is Most Likely to Experience