The fear of confirming negative beliefs that others may hold is termed:
A)the self-fulfilling prophecy.
B)perceptual confirmation.
C)informational influence.
D)the stereotype threat.

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The fear of confirming negative beliefs that others may hold is known as stereotype threat. It refers to the anxiety experienced by individuals who belong to a group that is stereotypically stigmatized regarding their academic performance, athletic abilities, or other skills, which may lead to underperformance, as they internalize their group's negative characteristics.

The Fear of Confirming Negative Beliefs That Others May Hold