When Asians and Americans are asked what accounts for the consistently higher scores in mathematics among Asians, Americans are likely to conclude it is due to:

Correct answer: D. Genetics

  • A. The environment
  • B. Hard work
  • C. Better schooling
  • D. Genetics

Explanation

Americans commonly explain Asians’ higher mathematics performance through an internal factor such as genetics, whereas Asians are more likely to emphasize effort and hard work. This reflects cultural differences in causal attribution.

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