Cohen and Colleagues Conducted Research in Which, at the Beginning

question 8

Multiple Choice

Cohen and colleagues conducted research in which, at the beginning of middle school, minority students were asked to write about their most important values.What was the result of this intervention?

• A) Students began to show an incremental theory of intelligence.
• B) Students whose values were unrelated to academics saw their grades decline.
• C) Students' grades improved over the subsequent years.
• D) Students reported better social relationships but not improved grades.

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Definitions:

Voluntary Action

A deliberate and intentional act carried out by an individual, often contrasted with actions performed out of coercion or necessity.

Debtor

An individual or entity that owes money or is under financial obligation to another party.

Trustee

A person or organization that holds and administers property or assets for the benefit of a third party.

Assignee

A person or entity to whom rights or interests are transferred by another, known as the assignor.