Per Dev Midterm Exam

What is a fixed mindset?

• The belief that abilities and intelligence can be developed with effort.

• The belief that abilities and intelligence are static and cannot be changed.

• The belief that only certain people can achieve success.

• The belief that talent is more important than effort.

Which of the following is a characteristic of a growth mindset?

• Avoiding challenges.

• Giving up easily.

• Embracing challenges and learning from failures.

• Believing that effort is useless.

How does a person with a fixed mindset view failure?

• As an opportunity to learn and grow.

• As a reflection of their unchangeable abilities.

• As a necessary step towards success.

• As a chance to try new strategies.

Which statement would someone with a growth mindset most likely agree with?

• "I can't improve my skills; I'm just not talented."

• "With enough effort and practice, I can improve my skills."

• "Success is only for those who are naturally gifted."

• "If I fail, it means I'm not good enough."

What is one way to develop a growth mindset?

• Avoiding difficult tasks to prevent failure.

• Seeking feedback and using it to improve.

• Believing that intelligence is fixed.

• Comparing oneself to others constantly.

Which of the following best describes a person with a fixed mindset's approach to challenges?

• They see challenges as opportunities to grow.

• They avoid challenges to prevent failure.

• They seek out challenges to prove their abilities.

• They are indifferent to challenges.

What is the impact of praise on a growth mindset?

• Praising effort and strategies encourages a growth mindset.

• Praising intelligence and talent fosters a growth mindset.

• Praise has no impact on mindset.

• Praise always leads to a fixed mindset.

How does a growth mindset influence learning?

• It discourages taking risks.

• It promotes a love for learning and resilience.

• It makes people avoid feedback.

• It leads to a fear of making mistakes.

Which mindset is more likely to lead to perseverance in the face of setbacks?

• Fixed mindset

• Neither

• Growth mindset

• Both equally

What is a common belief of someone with a growth mindset regarding effort?

• Effort is a sign of weakness.

• Effort should be avoided.

• Effort is unnecessary if you are talented.

• Effort is essential for mastery.