Steven thinks athletes are not the brightest group of students. He interviews an athlete at his school, and elects to ask the athlete very basic questions that can only be answered simplistically. After the interview, Steven reviews the athlete’s answers and says, "See, look at how simple the answers to my questions are." Of the following, this example bestillustrates:. a. confirmation bias.
b. illusory correlation.
c. stereotype threat.
d. social role theory.

The correct answer is - C. stereotype threat.

Explanation:

Stereotype threat is a situational predicament in which one can experience negative stereotypes about his group. This group can be racial, geographical, cultural, athletic or students.

In this research, steven asked an easy question on his assumption that athletes are not the brightest group of students. This best represents a stereotype threat.

a punishment or the threat of punishment used to enforce conformity. enforcement of norms or shared rules of conduct that tell people how to act in specific situations. social control. not everyone internalizes all of society's norms, and some people must be motivated by self-fulfillment.