Researchers have shown that Whites, when told an activity assesses their natural athletic ability, perform more poorly than when they are told the activity assesses their sports intelligence. This pattern is consistent with:
A) Intelligence ratings
B) Stereotype threat
C) Cognitive dissonance
D) Prejudice attribution

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The phenomenon described in the question is known as stereotype threat, which refers to the negative impact of stereotypes on the performance of individuals from stigmatized groups. In this case, the stereotype is that Whites are not naturally athletic, and when reminded of this stereotype, they underperform. The alternative option given to them (that the activity assesses sports intelligence) does not invoke this stereotype and leads to better performance. The other options (Intelligence ratings, Cognitive dissonance, and Prejudice attribution) do not fit the described phenomenon.

Researchers Have Shown That Whites, When Told an Activity Assesses