According to Carol Dweck, which of the following statements represents the MOST effective way to praise a child:
A) "You are a very, very smart little girl."
B) "You are so cute, who could think you wouldn't do well in school?"
C) "You have a natural ability in mathematics; no wonder you do so well."
D) "You did a nice job in writing that story. I especially like the way you described the clown."

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Dweck argues that praise should be given for performance and persistence, not for having an innate ability that the child cannot change. She also argues that praise should be specific and directed to a particular achievement, not be general and global.

According to Carol Dweck, Which of the Following Statements Represents