Chapter 11 examines the effect of stereotype threat on problem solving.Which of the following students provides the most accurate information about stereotype threat?

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Liam's statement about stereotype threat reducing the capacity of working memory is the most accurate according to the information presented in the chapter. Kirsten's statement is partially correct, but it does not fully capture the effects of stereotype threat. Treena's statement about the use of the hill-climbing heuristic is not supported by the research discussed in the chapter. Scott's statement about attending to structural similarities is partially correct, but it overlooks the fact that stereotype threat can also lead people to adopt less effective problem-solving strategies.

Chapter 11 Examines the Effect of Stereotype Threat on Problem