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Stereotypes lower math performance in women, but effects go unrecognized
March 26, 2015 by NewsBot
A new study suggests that gender stereotypes about women's ability in mathematics negatively impact their performance. And in a significant twist, both men and women wrongly believe those stereotypes will not undermine women's math performance -- but instead motivate them to perform better.