An important component to Carol Dweck's theory of motivation is __________.
A) one's view of self
B) an understanding of classical conditioning and its impact on motivation
C) the importance of heredity in biological motivations
D) an understanding of emotions

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Carol Dweck's theory focuses on one's view of self as either fixed or malleable, which significantly impacts motivation. Therefore, option A is the correct answer. Option B is incorrect as classical conditioning is not a part of Carol Dweck's theories. Option C is also incorrect as Dweck's theory does not focus on biological motivations or genetics. Option D, while emotions can be present in motivational theory, is not central to Dweck's theory.

An Important Component to Carol Dweck's Theory of Motivation Is