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Incremental view of ability

Incremental view of ability refers to the belief that one"s ability can be improved through increased effort and practice.

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Incubation

Deutsch: Inkubation / Español: Incubación / Português: Incubação / Français: Incubation / Italiano: Incubazione

Incubation in the psychology context refers to a stage in the creative problem-solving process where an individual temporarily steps away from consciously working on a problem or task, allowing the subconscious mind to continue processing information. This period of rest or distraction can lead to sudden insights or breakthroughs when the individual returns to the problem, often referred to as the "aha" or "eureka" moment.

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Incubation during problem solving

Incubation during problem solving is a time when a person turns to other matters after failing to solve the problem. The problem is said to incubate, much as eggs do while a hen sits on them, and can be solved more quickly later. It means putting the problem aside for a while without consciously thinking about it

Incubator

Incubator refers to a heated, protective container in which premature infants are kept for a certain period of time until they are fully developed.

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Incult

Incult means rude; uncultured.

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Incus

Incus refers to the second of the three (3) ossicles of the middle ear. It transmits vibrations from the malleus to the sta

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Indecision

Indecision is a psychological phenomenon characterized by the inability or difficulty in making a decision when faced with multiple options or choices. It involves a state of hesitation, doubt, and uncertainty, often resulting in delayed or avoided decision-making. Indecision can manifest in various aspects of life, affecting personal, professional, and social contexts.

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Indecisiveness

Deutsch: Unentschlossenheit / Español: Indecisión / Português: Indecisão / Français: Indécision / Italiano: Indecisione

Indecisiveness in psychology refers to the persistent difficulty in making decisions, often accompanied by feelings of doubt, anxiety, and fear of making mistakes. This can impact various aspects of life, from personal choices to career decisions, and may be associated with factors like low self-confidence, perfectionism, or high levels of stress.

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