When a test was described as measuring "problem-solving skills," African American students did just as well as white students. But when told that the same test measured "intellectual ability," African American students scored lower than white students. This is an example of stereotype lift.

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This is an example of stereotype threat, where awareness of a negative stereotype about one's group can negatively impact performance. Stereotype lift refers to improved performance when a positive stereotype is activated.

When a Test Was Described as Measuring "Problem-Solving Skills," African