James is choosing his classes for next semester.He holds a fixed theory of intelligence.Based on this information,James would be likely to:

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Individuals with a fixed theory of intelligence tend to avoid challenging situations where they might fail or struggle, as they believe their abilities are static and cannot be improved significantly through effort. Therefore, James would likely avoid taking a hard chemistry class to prevent a situation where his perceived fixed intelligence might be 'exposed' by a poor performance.

James Is Choosing His Classes for Next Semester