Question 1

Thurstone and Thurstone's work on intelligence

Accepted Answer

Thurstone and Thurstone's work focused on identifying and measuring specific factors of intelligence, such as verbal comprehension, numerical ability, spatial visualization, and reasoning. They believed that intelligence was made up of distinct and independent abilities, rather than being a single, general factor.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT one of the intelligences proposed by Gardner?

Accepted Answer

Gardner proposed eight intelligences, but sensory-perceptual intelligence is not one of them. The eight intelligences proposed by Gardner are linguistic, logical-mathematical, spatial, musical, bodily-kinesthetic, interpersonal, intrapersonal, and naturalistic.

Question 3

Deborah has an average IQ but is an exceptionally talented dancer. Deborah would be considered to be exceptionally intelligent according to

Accepted Answer

According to Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences, intelligence is not limited to just one type (such as logic or verbal ability), but includes multiple types like kinesthetic intelligence (physical coordination) and musical intelligence. Therefore, Deborah's exceptional dance ability would fall under this theory as a different type of intelligence, rather than being solely based on a traditional IQ score.

Question 4

Sternberg defines successful intelligence as using one's abilities skillfully to achieve one's personal goals. Which of the following is NOT an ability that people use to achieve personal goals?

Accepted Answer

There is no such ability as "exponential ability" recognized in Sternberg's theory of successful intelligence. The other three abilities (analytic, practical, and creative) are all recognized as important for achieving personal goals.

Question 5

Gardner's theory of intelligence

Accepted Answer

Gardner's theory of intelligence suggests that there are multiple intelligences (such as musical, bodily-kinesthetic, interpersonal, etc.) and that individuals may possess varying strengths in each. This has important implications for education, as it suggests that traditional measures of intelligence may not accurately capture the full range of abilities that students possess. Teachers can use this theory to develop teaching strategies that cater to different intelligences and help students learn more effectively.

Question 6

Dr. Jones claims that there is a "g", a general factor for intelligence. In an effort to support his claim, he gave several different tests to many people. Which of the following results would support his claim?

Accepted Answer

If individuals' performances were consistent across tests, it suggests that there is a general factor for intelligence ("g") that is influencing their overall performance on all the tests. This consistency would support the idea that a general factor underlies intelligence rather than performance being solely dependent on specific skills for each test.

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT one of Gardner's criteria for something to qualify as a distinct intelligence?

Accepted Answer

The intelligence is evolutionarily adaptive is not one of Gardner's criteria for something to qualify as a distinct intelligence.

Question 8

All the following intelligences are included in both Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences and in psychometric theories of intelligence EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

Interpersonal intelligence is included in Gardner's theory but is not typically recognized in traditional psychometric theories of intelligence.

Question 9

Some research has provided support for the notion that there is a general factor of intelligence, but other investigations have suggested that intelligence consists of distinct abilities. These discrepant results were first resolved by proposing

Accepted Answer

Hierarchical theories of intelligence propose that intelligence consists of both a general factor and distinct abilities. This theory reconciles the discrepant results of research investigating the nature of intelligence.

Question 10

Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences is based on all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences was not based on intelligence test scores. Instead, it was formed through research in child development, studies of exceptionally talented people, and studies of brain-damaged persons.

Question 11

Which of Gardner's intelligences develops first?

Accepted Answer

According to Gardner, the linguistic intelligence develops first as it is the primary means of communication and interaction from infancy.

Question 12

Hierarchical theories of intelligence

Accepted Answer

Hierarchical theories of intelligence include both general and specific factors of intelligence. These theories suggest that intelligence can be broken down into specific domains or abilities (such as spatial reasoning or verbal ability) that are then organized into a broader, more general factor of intelligence (often referred to as g or general intelligence). The most well-known hierarchical theory of intelligence is Cattell-Horn-Carroll theory, which proposes a three-level hierarchy of abilities.

Question 13

The psychometric approach to intelligence

Accepted Answer

The psychometric approach to intelligence involves measuring intelligence through standardized intelligence tests.

Question 14

Gardner's theory of intelligence

Accepted Answer

Gardner's theory of intelligence suggests that different intelligences, such as linguistic, logical-mathematical, spatial, musical, bodily-kinesthetic, interpersonal, and intrapersonal, are regulated by different regions of the brain.

Question 15

Psychologists who specialize in the measurement of psychological characteristics such as intelligence and personality are referred to as

Accepted Answer

Psychologists who specialize in the measurement of psychological characteristics such as intelligence and personality are referred to as psychometricians.

Question 16

Mrs. Duncan is a second grade teacher who applies Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences in her classroom. Which of the following is she most likely to do?

Accepted Answer

Mrs. Duncan is most likely to incorporate the study of music, dance, and interpersonal relationships in her curriculum as she applies Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences in her classroom. This theory emphasizes the diversity of human intelligence and suggests that traditional intelligence tests are limited in their ability to measure all the different ways in which people are smart. Therefore, Mrs. Duncan is likely to design her classroom activities and lessons to incorporate a variety of intelligences, including musical-rhythmic, bodily-kinesthetic, and interpersonal intelligence.

Question 17

Lisa is very good at using her own and others' emotions for solving problems and living happily. Lisa is high in

Accepted Answer

Lisa's ability to use emotions to solve problems and live happily suggests that she is high in emotional intelligence, which involves recognizing and regulating emotions in oneself and others. Existential intelligence involves pondering deep questions about human existence, naturalistic intelligence involves understanding and interacting with nature, and linguistic intelligence involves language-related skills such as reading and writing.

Question 18

The idea that a general factor for intelligence, or g, is responsible for performance on all mental tests was introduced by

Accepted Answer

The idea of a general factor, or g, was introduced by Spearman in his two-factor theory of intelligence. Gardner proposed the theory of multiple intelligences, Thurstone proposed the theory of primary mental abilities, and Carroll proposed a three-stratum theory of intelligence.

Question 19

Nate has decided that he would like to be a psychometrician. Nate is interested in

Accepted Answer

A psychometrician is someone who specializes in the measurement of psychological characteristics. Therefore, choice D is the best option. Choices A, B, and C are not related to the field of psychometrics.

Question 20

Daniel Goleman, author of a bestselling book on emotional intelligence (EI), has argued that EI can be the key to

Accepted Answer

Daniel Goleman specifically argues that emotional intelligence can be the key to a successful career, as outlined in his book on the topic. While emotional intelligence can certainly also contribute to healthy development and academic success, these are not the main claims made by Goleman. Recovery from brain damage may also be related to emotional intelligence, but this is not a central focus of Goleman's work.

Quiz 8: B: Intelligence and Individual Differences in Cognition

Thurstone and Thurstone's work on intelligence

Which of the following is NOT one of the intelligences proposed by Gardner?

Deborah has an average IQ but is an exceptionally talented dancer. Deborah would be considered to be exceptionally intelligent according to

Sternberg defines successful intelligence as using one's abilities skillfully to achieve one's personal goals. Which of the following is NOT an ability that people use to achieve personal goals?

Gardner's theory of intelligence

Dr. Jones claims that there is a "g", a general factor for intelligence. In an effort to support his claim, he gave several different tests to many people. Which of the following results would support his claim?

Which of the following is NOT one of Gardner's criteria for something to qualify as a distinct intelligence?

All the following intelligences are included in both Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences and in psychometric theories of intelligence EXCEPT

Some research has provided support for the notion that there is a general factor of intelligence, but other investigations have suggested that intelligence consists of distinct abilities. These discrepant results were first resolved by proposing

Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences is based on all of the following EXCEPT

Which of Gardner's intelligences develops first?

Hierarchical theories of intelligence

The psychometric approach to intelligence

Gardner's theory of intelligence

Psychologists who specialize in the measurement of psychological characteristics such as intelligence and personality are referred to as

Mrs. Duncan is a second grade teacher who applies Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences in her classroom. Which of the following is she most likely to do?

Lisa is very good at using her own and others' emotions for solving problems and living happily. Lisa is high in

The idea that a general factor for intelligence, or g, is responsible for performance on all mental tests was introduced by

Nate has decided that he would like to be a psychometrician. Nate is interested in

Daniel Goleman, author of a bestselling book on emotional intelligence (EI) , has argued that EI can be the key to