Question 1

Foster hasn't performed as well as he could have in school, but he seems to do well at work, understands others, and could be said to have "street smarts." In this example, what type of intelligence is most applicable to Foster?

Accepted Answer

Foster's ability to do well at work and understand others suggests practical intelligence, also known as "street smarts." This type of intelligence involves the ability to adapt to and navigate real-world situations and challenges. It is not strictly related to academic performance, but rather to the ability to apply knowledge and skills in practical ways.

Question 2

Marcos, a geology professor, has always been fascinated by the study of fossils, shells, and rock formations. According to Gardner, Marcos is strong in the area of __________ intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Naturalistic intelligence involves being able to recognize and classify objects in the environment, as well as an understanding of the natural world, and the ability to study and work with living things. Marcos' fascination with fossils, shells, and rock formations indicates a strong naturalistic intelligence.

Question 3

Sternberg has found that __________ intelligence is a good predictor of success in life but has a low relationship to __________ intelligence.

Accepted Answer

According to Sternberg, practical intelligence, which involves the ability to apply knowledge and skills to real-life situations, is a good predictor of success in life. However, it has a low relationship to analytical intelligence, which involves academic problem-solving and abstract reasoning.

Question 4

According to Robert Sternberg, which type of intelligence is best described as "street smarts," or the ability to use information to get along in life? People who have it know how to be tactful, how to manipulate situations to their advantage, and how to use inside information to increase their odds of success.

Accepted Answer

Practical intelligence, as described by Robert Sternberg, is best described as "street smarts" or the ability to use information to get along in life. People with practical intelligence are able to be tactful, manipulate situations to their advantage, and use inside information to increase their odds of success. This type of intelligence is different from analytical intelligence (the ability to analyze information), creative intelligence (the ability to come up with new and innovative ideas), and exponential intelligence (a fictional concept).

Question 5

Some research on brain activity and intelligence has demonstrated that participants with higher levels of intelligence exhibited __________ brain activity than participants of lower levels of intelligence, when doing the same familiar task.

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that individuals with higher levels of intelligence often show less brain activity when performing familiar tasks, suggesting they process information more efficiently.

Question 6

Which one of the following was tentatively proposed by Gardner as a possible ninth type of intelligence?

Accepted Answer

Gardner tentatively proposed existential intelligence as a possible ninth type of intelligence. This type of intelligence involves the ability to think philosophically and reflect on life's ultimate questions.

Question 7

Which of the following statements is consistent with both Gardner's multiple intelligences theory, and Sternberg's triarchic theory?

Accepted Answer

Both Gardner's multiple intelligences theory and Sternberg's triarchic theory emphasize that intelligence is multifaceted and cannot be accurately measured by a single standardized test. Both theories also recognize that intelligence involves more than just academic intelligence and that individuals have a variety of strengths and abilities. Therefore, option B is the only statement that is consistent with both theories.

Question 8

Sternberg is to Spearman as __________ is to __________.

Accepted Answer

Sternberg's theory of intelligence (Triarchic Theory of Intelligence) emphasizes three aspects of intelligence: analytical, creative, and practical. Spearman's theory focuses on general intelligence (g factor). Thus, Sternberg's analytical intelligence corresponds to Spearman's general intelligence concept.

Question 9

Shalissa is described as being socially skilled and able to manipulate situations to her advantage. In Sternberg's triarchic model, she would likely score high in

Accepted Answer

Practical intelligence involves the ability to adapt to the environment, use common sense, and manipulate situations to achieve personal goals. Shalissa's described traits of social skill and manipulation suggest she would score high in practical intelligence rather than analytical or creative intelligence, which focus more on problem-solving and originality of thought. There is no such thing as "exponential intelligence" in Sternberg's triarchic model.

Question 10

According to Gardner's multiple intelligences, a guidance counsellor would rely on __________ intelligence whereas an engineer would utilize __________ intelligence.

Accepted Answer

DC) A guidance counsellor would rely on intrapersonal intelligence because their work involves understanding and working with their own feelings, motivations, and goals as well as those of others. This type of intelligence is crucial for effective counseling.D) An engineer would utilize spatial intelligence because their work often involves thinking in three dimensions, visualizing, and manipulating objects in space. This type of intelligence is essential for designing, planning, and problem-solving in many engineering fields.

Question 11

Mr. Cutty is a businessman who wants to determine which job candidates would be the best to hire and have the highest job performance. According to Sternberg, which types of intelligence should Mr. Cutty be interested in?

Accepted Answer

Sternberg's theory of intelligence, also known as the triarchic theory, emphasizes three main types of intelligence: analytical, creative, and practical. For predicting job performance, practical intelligence (the ability to solve real-world problems) and creative intelligence (the ability to come up with new ideas) are particularly relevant. These types of intelligence can help employees adapt to new situations and solve unexpected problems, which are valuable skills in the workplace.

Question 12

According to Robert Sternberg, which type of intelligence is LEAST likely to predict success in an academic environment?

Accepted Answer

Practical intelligence refers to the ability to solve everyday problems through skilled reasoning that one may not learn in a traditional academic setting. It is less about academic knowledge and more about real-world problem-solving, which is why it is considered least likely to predict success in an academic environment compared to the other types of intelligence listed.

Question 13

In Sternberg's triarchic theory, which type of intelligence is similar to Gardner's concept of interpersonal intelligence?

Accepted Answer

Sternberg's practical intelligence is similar to Gardner's interpersonal intelligence, as both involve the ability to understand and interact effectively with others. This type of intelligence involves skills such as communication, leadership, and empathy. Analytical intelligence is more focused on academic and problem-solving abilities, fluid intelligence involves adapting to new situations, and creative intelligence involves generating innovative ideas.

Question 14

Sternberg's __________ model of intelligence offers a theory of multiple types of intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Sternberg's triarchic theory of intelligence proposes that intelligence is composed of three main types of abilities: analytical, creative, and practical. The theory emphasizes the importance of adapting to novel situations, solving novel problems, and using past experiences to inform current decision-making. The other options listed (A, B, and D) all refer to different aspects or theories of intelligence that are not as comprehensive as the triarchic model.

Question 15

What three types of intelligence constitute Sternberg's triarchic theory of intelligence?

Accepted Answer

Sternberg's triarchic theory of intelligence includes analytical intelligence (analyzing and evaluating information), creative intelligence (generating new and innovative ideas), and practical intelligence (applying knowledge in real-life situations). Option A is incorrect because there is no such thing as "intuitive intelligence," and "global" and "special" are not used in this theory. Option B is incorrect because "general" and "specific" are not part of the triarchic theory. Option D is incorrect because mathematical, reasoning, and verbal intelligence are not part of the triarchic theory.

Question 16

Which of the following is one of the three areas of intelligence described by Sternberg?

Accepted Answer

According to Sternberg's theory, the three areas of intelligence are analytical (problem-solving abilities), practical (ability to adapt to real-life situations), and creative (ability to come up with new ideas). Therefore, option B - practical - is one of the three areas of intelligence described by Sternberg. Option A (linguistic) and Option C (spatial) are part of traditional intelligence theories but are not explicitly included in Sternberg's theory. Option D (existential) is not a recognized area of intelligence in any major theory.

Question 17

According to Robert Sternberg, which type of intelligence is the ability to deal with new and different concepts and to come up with new ways of solving problems?

Accepted Answer

According to Robert Sternberg, creative intelligence is the ability to deal with new and different concepts and to come up with new ways of solving problems.

Question 18

Which of the following statements is true concerning the relationship between brain size and intelligence?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that there is indeed a positive correlation between brain size and intelligence test scores. However, this correlation does not imply a causal relationship.

Question 19

According to Sternberg's theory, which type of intelligence is most similar to the concept of g or general intelligence?

Accepted Answer

According to Sternberg's theory, analytical intelligence is most similar to the concept of g or general intelligence because it involves the ability to analyze and solve problems using logical and critical thinking skills. Practical intelligence, on the other hand, involves the ability to adapt and apply skills to real-world situations, existential intelligence involves the ability to understand and navigate complex social and emotional issues, and creative intelligence involves the ability to think creatively and generate novel ideas.

Question 20

According to Robert Sternberg, which type of intelligence is the ability to break problems down into component parts, or analysis, for problem solving?

Accepted Answer

According to Robert Sternberg, analytical intelligence is the ability to break problems down into component parts, or analysis, for problem solving.

Quiz 9: Intelligence and Iq Testing