Growth versus Fixed Mindset

Individuals who believe their talents can be developed (through hard work, good strategies, and input from others) have a GROWTH MINDSET. They tend to achieve more than those with a more FIXED MINDSET (those who believe their talents are innate gifts). This is because they worry less about looking smart and they put more energy into learning. In this quiz, you will determine whether specific statements represent growth or fixed mindsets.

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"I like to try new things."

• Growth Mindset

• Fixed Mindset

“Failure is the limit of my abilities.”

• Growth Mindset

• Fixed Mindset

“I can learn to do anything I want.”

• Growth Mindset

• Fixed Mindset

“Challenges help me grow.”

• Growth Mindset

• Fixed Mindset

“I stick to what I know.”

• Growth Mindset

• Fixed Mindset

“Failure is an opportunity to grow”

• Growth Mindset

• Fixed Mindset

“I’m either good at it or I’m not.”

• Growth Mindset

• Fixed Mindset

“My effort and attitude determine my abilities”

• Growth Mindset

• Fixed Mindset

“My abilities are unchanging”

• Growth Mindset

• Fixed Mindset