Fiona and Michael are discussing how best to measure intelligence.Fiona says that while she acknowledges that traditional IQ tests are useful,it is important to also include questions that measure how well people can adapt to new situations and their ability to create something new,along with how well people can apply their intelligence to everyday problems.Michael disagrees and says that only traditional IQ tests should be used because intelligence is one general trait,the g factor.Fiona is an advocate for the ____theory,and Michael is an advocate for the ____theory.
A) psychometric; triarchic
B) triarchic; psychometric
C) psychometric; information-processing
D) triarchic; multiple intelligences

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Fiona is advocating for the triarchic theory, which includes three aspects of intelligence: analytical, practical, and creative. She believes that intelligence is more than just what is measured on a traditional IQ test. Michael, on the other hand, is advocating for the psychometric theory, which suggests that intelligence is one general trait, measured by IQ tests. The best answer, therefore, is B, with Fiona advocating for the triarchic theory and Michael advocating for the psychometric theory.

Fiona and Michael Are Discussing How Best to Measure Intelligence