Which of the Following May Account for the Above-Average Performance

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following may account for the above-average performance on academic tasks by many people from Asian cultures?

• A) Asians are genetically smarter than Europeans and Americans.
• B) Asians are less likely to be affected by stereotype threat than Europeans and Americans.
• C) Asian culture emphasizes an incremental view of intelligence, leading people to work harder to succeed.
• D) Asian culture emphasizes an entity view of intelligence, leading people to be more confident in their strengths.

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Definitions:

Mudflows

Fast-moving rivers of mud, usually triggered by heavy rainfall or volcanic activity, capable of causing significant damage.

Landslides

The rapid movement of a large amount of earth material, such as rock or soil, down a slope, often triggered by rain or earthquakes.

Mudflows

Rapidly flowing mixtures of water and sediment, usually occurring in areas with steep terrain and loose soil, often initiated by intense rainfall or volcanic activity.

Pyroclastic Flows

Fast-moving currents of hot gas and volcanic materials that move away from a volcano during an explosive eruption.