Stephanie is nervous about giving a presentation at the marketing firm where she works.One of her male coworkers told her,"Don't be such a girl,attack that presentation!" Now Stephanie is so concerned about appearing tough that she can barely concentrate on the content of the presentation.Stephanie's anxiety stems from:
A)stereotype threat.
B)ethnocentrism.
C)plurality.
D)glass ceiling threat.
E)the female advantage.

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Stephanie's anxiety about appearing tough and the comment made by her coworker ("Don't be such a girl") suggest that she is experiencing stereotype threat, which refers to the phenomenon where individuals feel anxious or concerned about confirming negative stereotypes about their group. In this case, Stephanie's coworker's comment implies that girls are weak or not assertive, which may be leading Stephanie to feel pressure to prove herself as tough and capable. This is likely interfering with her ability to concentrate on the content of the presentation.

Stephanie Is Nervous About Giving a Presentation at the Marketing