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What is the primary difference between a growth mindset and a fixed mindset?
What is the primary difference between a growth mindset and a fixed mindset?
- A growth mindset believes that abilities and intelligence can be improved, while a fixed mindset believes that abilities and intelligence are innate (correct)
- A growth mindset is more likely to embrace challenges, while a fixed mindset is more likely to avoid them.
- A growth mindset is more likely to blame others for mistakes, while a fixed mindset is more likely to take responsibility.
- A growth mindset is more likely to take on new tasks, while a fixed mindset is more likely to stay with what is familiar.
What are some potential benefits of a growth mindset in the workplace?
What are some potential benefits of a growth mindset in the workplace?
- Increased innovation and productivity (correct)
- More likely to be open to feedback
- More likely to be held back a grade
- More likely to earn higher grades and test scores
What is an example of a task that a growth mindset can help with, even if the individual is not naturally gifted in that area?
What is an example of a task that a growth mindset can help with, even if the individual is not naturally gifted in that area?
- Writing a novel
- Learning a foreign language
- Improving athletic ability (correct)
- Solving a complex math problem