Ami thinks that her performance may be negatively compared to the performances of people in another group. According to the theory of stereotype threat, her thinking is MOST likely to _____.
A) initially cause her to stop trying but then inspire her to work twice as hard
B) have no effect on her actual life
C) cause her to underperform
D) cause her to dislike the people in the group to whom she is being compared

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The theory of stereotype threat suggests that when someone is aware of a negative stereotype about their group and fears being judged against it, they may underperform in the situation. Therefore, Ami's thinking that her performance may be negatively compared to others in a different group may cause her to underperform in this situation.

Ami Thinks That Her Performance May Be Negatively Compared to the Performances