Children who are told by their parents that performance is tied to an ability such as natural intelligence:
A)show less achievement motivation
B)tend to work harder
C)report they enjoy tasks more frequently
D)show more interest in what they study

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Children who are told that their performance is tied to their natural intelligence may develop a fixed mindset, where they believe that their abilities cannot be improved through effort. This can lead to a fear of failure and a decreased motivation to try hard.

Children Who Are Told by Their Parents That Performance Is