Question

Michael struggled with math as a child. Years later, as an adult, he tells those around him that he knows he will not do well in his college math classes. He feels that he is not good at math, and he does not think any effort he puts forth will lead to a good grade. Michael:

A. is lacking intention as a learner.
B. should evaluate his readiness to begin college.
C. has a fixed mindset instead of a growth mindset.
D. is being mindful in his approach to his studies.

Answer 1

Answer: HAS A FIXED MINDSET INSTEAD OF A GROWTH MINDSET.

Explanation: Mindset is the way an individual thinks an attitude or opinion, especially a habitual one.

The basic types of mindset are the fixed mindset and the growth mindset.

A fixed mindset individual believes that their traits and qualities are not able to change. While a growth mindset is the opposite of a fixed mindset.

Michael has this characteristic of fixed mindset whereby he believes that since he struggled with maths as a child, he will struggle with maths as an adult. (Quality unable to change. )