Which of the following may account for the above-average performance on academic tasks by many people from Asian cultures?
A) Asians are genetically smarter than Europeans and Americans.
B) Asians are less likely to be affected by stereotype threat than Europeans and Americans.
C) Asian culture emphasizes an incremental view of intelligence, leading people to work harder to succeed.
D) Asian culture emphasizes an entity view of intelligence, leading people to be more confident in their strengths.

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Asian culture places a high value on hard work and an incremental view of intelligence, which emphasizes that success can be achieved through effort and persistence. This may account for the above-average performance on academic tasks by many people from Asian cultures. It is not supported by evidence that Asians are genetically smarter than others, and the effects of stereotype threat are more complex and not limited to Europeans and Americans. The entity view of intelligence may lead to a fixed mindset and less willingness to challenge oneself or work harder.

Which of the Following May Account for the Above-Average Performance