differential accuracy

the ability to determine accurately in what way and to what extent a person’s traits differ from a stereotype associated with his or her age group, ethnic group, professional group, or other relevant group. Compare stereotype accuracy.

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November 21st 2024

androsterone

n. a steroid hormone, secreted by the adrenal cortex and testis, with weak androgenic effects.