Harriet Is a Fifth Grader Working on Difficult Math Problems

question 115

Multiple Choice

Harriet is a fifth grader working on difficult math problems. When she solves one correctly, her teacher tells her that she's correct, and then adds, "You must be very smart to get that answer!" This comment is likely to encourage Harriet to:

• A) focus on performance goals.
• B) focus on mastery goals.
• C) keep working on problems, even if she gets the occasional wrong answer.
• D) enjoy doing math for its own sake.

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Definitions:

Critical Population Density

The threshold of population size beyond which a specific area's resources could not sustainably support life, leading to environmental degradation or population decline.

Gene Pool

The complete set of genetic information in the breeding population of a particular species, representing the variety of genes available.

Inbreeding

The breeding of closely related individuals, which can increase the risk of offspring inheriting genetic defects or diseases.

Outbreeding

The practice of mating organisms that are not closely related, which is often used to increase genetic diversity within a population.