Sally thinks that she has no ability for math and will never be able to pass more advanced math courses. Which view of her own ability does she have?
A) growth mindset or incremental
B) fixed mindset or entity
C) self-efficacy
D) vicarious

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Sally's belief that she has no ability for math and can never improve suggests a fixed mindset or entity view of her ability, where she sees her intelligence and abilities as fixed and unchangeable. A growth mindset or incremental view, on the other hand, sees abilities as malleable and can be improved with effort and persistence. Self-efficacy and vicarious relate to beliefs about one's own abilities and capabilities but are not specific to fixed or growth mindsets.

Sally Thinks That She Has No Ability for Math and Will