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

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

Answer: (B)

This item examines whether you view intelligence as a fixed trait or something that can develop with effort. Believing that some people are naturally more intelligent than others signals a fixed mindset: abilities are innate and largely unchangeable. The best choice reflects strong agreement with that belief, so it shows a fixed-mindset stance. Recognizing this helps you see how such a view can affect your approach to learning—like avoiding tough tasks or interpreting mistakes as proof of inherent limits rather than as chances to grow. If you weren’t aligned with that belief, you’d indicate less agreement or a view that intelligence can improve with effort.