Question 1

John always detested story problems in math, because he couldn't figure out what pieces were relevant to the problem and which pieces were just parts of the story. Sternberg would argue that John is low in __________ intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Sternberg's theory of intelligence includes analytical intelligence, which involves problem-solving abilities and the capacity to analyze and evaluate information. John's difficulty with story problems suggests a challenge in analytical intelligence.

Question 2

Based on Schaie's findings about cognitive decline with age, what can be concluded?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Based on Schaie's findings about cognitive decline...

Question 3

Gardner contended that there are __________ different cognitive abilities.

Accepted Answer

Howard Gardner proposed the theory of multiple intelligences, identifying eight distinct cognitive abilities.

Question 4

__________ intelligence is Sternberg's term for a simple, logical understanding a situation and how to work through a problem.

Accepted Answer

The answer of __________ intelligence is Sternberg's term for a...

Question 5

__________ intelligence is Sternberg's term to describe a person's ability to break down a problem or situation into the smaller parts of the whole.

Accepted Answer

Analytical intelligence, according to Sternberg, involves the ability to analyze, evaluate, judge, compare, and contrast, which includes breaking down a problem into smaller parts.

Question 6

In Sternberg's approach to intelligence, common sense is synonymous with:

Accepted Answer

Practical intelligence, according to Sternberg, involves the ability to adapt to, shape, and select environments to meet both personal goals and the demands of one's everyday world, which aligns with the concept of common sense.

Question 7

As reported by Schaie, which of the following individuals would be most at risk for cognitive decline?

Accepted Answer

Oliver is at most risk for cognitive decline due to a combination of factors: smoking, a job with potentially low cognitive demands, and a lack of stimulating intellectual engagement from his environment.

Question 8

A person's ability to solve problems in unique ways is __________ intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Creative intelligence refers to the ability to solve problems in novel and unique ways.

Question 9

Dong-yul is not detail oriented, but he enjoys tackling unanticipated problems at work that require innovative solutions. Because these situations stress his colleagues, Dong-yul is highly valued for his __________ intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Dong-yul's enjoyment of tackling unanticipated problems with innovative solutions indicates a strong creative intelligence.

Question 10

A person's ability to break down a problem or situation into the smaller parts of the whole is called __________ intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Analytical intelligence refers to the ability to analyze, evaluate, and break down problems into smaller components to solve them effectively.

Question 11

__________ proposed the notion that intelligence is a matter of balance, and as such peaks in the middle adult years.

Accepted Answer

Robert Sternberg proposed the notion that intelligence is a matter of balance, particularly through his Triarchic Theory of Intelligence, which suggests that practical intelligence often peaks in middle adulthood.

Question 12

Sternberg argues that intelligence tests must be reevaluated because they tend to be measures of:

Accepted Answer

Sternberg argues that intelligence tests often measure crystallized knowledge, which is the accumulation of knowledge and skills gained through experience and education, rather than a person's overall intelligence or potential.

Question 13

Amy excels as a laboratory technician, because she can follow instructions and is totally focused on details. Unfortunately, if she is asked to come up with a more efficient method, she is absolutely lost. Sternberg would say Amy is deficient in __________ intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Sternberg's theory of intelligence includes creative intelligence, which involves the ability to generate new ideas and solutions. Amy's inability to devise more efficient methods indicates a deficiency in creative intelligence.

Question 14

In everyday language, practical intelligence is the same as:

Accepted Answer

Practical intelligence is often equated with common sense, as it involves the ability to deal with everyday tasks and situations effectively.

Question 15

Gerard is great at coming up with solutions, because he can identify the important elements of any problem. What type of intelligence does this evidence according to Sternberg?

Accepted Answer

Analytical intelligence involves the ability to analyze, evaluate, and solve problems, which aligns with Gerard's ability to identify important elements of a problem.

Question 16

According to the Seattle Longitudinal Study, of the following cognitive abilities, which tends to show the most decline in middle adulthood?

Accepted Answer

The ability to compare symbols and objects quickly and accurately, often referred to as perceptual speed, tends to show the most decline in middle adulthood according to the Seattle Longitudinal Study.

Question 17

__________ intelligence is Sternberg's term to describe a person's ability to solve problems in unique ways and to feel comfortable with new or different situations or ideas.

Accepted Answer

Creative intelligence refers to the ability to solve problems in novel ways and adapt to new or different situations, as described by Sternberg.

Question 18

Horn argues that the least useful method of measuring intelligence in middle adulthood is:

Accepted Answer

Horn suggests that standard intelligence tests are the least useful for measuring intelligence in middle adulthood because they may not accurately reflect the practical and experiential knowledge gained over time.

Question 19

__________ argued that there are three components of intellectual balance found in middle adulthood.

Accepted Answer

Sternberg proposed the triarchic theory of intelligence, which includes three components: analytical, creative, and practical intelligence, relevant to intellectual balance in adulthood.

Question 20

Which of the following theoretical approaches has been found particularly useful in evaluating intelligence in middle adulthood?

Accepted Answer

Gardner's Multiple Intelligences theory is particularly useful in evaluating intelligence in middle adulthood as it considers a broader range of cognitive abilities beyond traditional IQ tests.

Quiz 10: Middle Adulthood