Dr. Tavorian is developing a new intelligence theory. He believes that intelligence consists of several different facets, but he doesn't know how many. He gives his subjects a variety of tests that measure different mental skills. To figure out which tests are tapping the same aspects of intelligence, he should use
A) the WAIS-III.
B) a positive matrix.
C) the g factor.
D) the multiple-factor analysis.

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Multiple-factor analysis is the statistical technique that can help identify which tests are tapping the same aspects of intelligence. It is a type of factor analysis that looks for underlying factors (or facets in this case) that explain the pattern of correlations among a set of variables (or tests). This approach can be used to identify the distinct facets of intelligence that make up overall intelligence. The other options listed are not as well-suited for this purpose. The WAIS-III is a test of overall intelligence that measures verbal and nonverbal abilities, but it does not provide information about specific facets or skills. A positive matrix is a tool used to assess problem-solving and critical thinking abilities, but it does not address the question of which mental skills are related. The g factor refers to general intelligence, or the idea that intelligence is a single, innate ability that is reflected in performance on a variety of tasks, rather than several distinct facets.

Dr Tavorian Is Developing a New Intelligence Theory