Jim,age 55,plays basketball with much younger adults and is concerned that his teammates might consider his age to be a detriment to their game outcome. His concern actually undermines his athletic performance. This best illustrates the impact of

A) the Flynn effect.
B) divergent thinking.
C) extrinsic motivation.
D) stereotype threat.

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Mariel Pajelmariano · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  Stereotype threat refers to the fear of confirming a negative stereotype about oneself. In this case, Jim is worried that his age might be seen as a disadvantage by his teammates, which could negatively affect his performance. This fear of confirming the stereotype could lead to self-doubt and anxiety, which would likely impede his ability to play well.

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