How well does this description fit you: You think that some people are naturally more intelligent than others.

• A. Very much like me
• B. Not sure
• C. Somewhat like me
• D. Not like me at all

Answer: (A)

Beliefs about whether intelligence is fixed or can grow drive how you approach learning tasks. This item asks you to rate how well that description fits you, specifically whether you think some people are naturally more intelligent than others. Choosing the strongest option—very much like me—means you strongly identify with that view, signaling a fixed-mindset stance: you may see talent as something you’re born with and think effort has limited impact. This perspective can influence you to avoid very difficult tasks, attribute success to innate ability, and rely less on practice or strategies to improve. If you’re less certain or believe intelligence can develop with effort, you’d choose an option that reflects that growth view.