In the Research by Blackwell, Trzeniewski, and Dweck Described in the Text

question 4

Multiple Choice

In the research by Blackwell, Trzeniewski, and Dweck described in the text, researchers created an educational program for low-income middle school students. Which of the following groups of children showed the most substantial improvement in math grades?

• A)children who initially believed that intelligence is an unchanging quantity who were provided with information about how memory works
• B)children who initially believed that intelligence is an unchanging quantity who were provided with information about how learning alters the brain
• C)children who initially believed that intelligence improves through leaning who were provided with information about how memory works
• D)children who initially believed that intelligence improves through learning who were provided with information about how learning alters the brain

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Definitions:

Interaction Model

A conceptual framework that describes how entities (such as individuals, groups, or systems) influence each other within a process or context.

Implicit Memory

A type of memory that enables people to perform tasks without conscious awareness of these previous experiences.

Unconscious Retention

The process of storing information without conscious awareness, which can influence behaviors and attitudes.

Declarative Memory

A type of long-term memory that involves the conscious recall of facts and events.