Question 1

Fluid intelligence is to __________ as crystallized intelligence is to __________.

Accepted Answer

Fluid intelligence refers to the capacity to think logically and solve problems in novel situations, independent of acquired knowledge. It is about the ability to analyze and act on information, adapt to new situations, and think abstractly. Crystallized intelligence, on the other hand, involves the ability to use skills, knowledge, and experience. It does not equate to memory or knowledge but to the application of this knowledge through experience. Thus, fluid intelligence is about the potential to solve new problems, and crystallized intelligence is about what has been accomplished or learned through experience.

Question 2

Cattell conceptualized __________ intelligence as a person's endowed capacity for intellectual performance.

Accepted Answer

Cattell conceptualized fluid intelligence as a person's endowed capacity for intellectual performance, which refers to the ability to think and reason abstractly, effectively solve problems, and learn quickly.

Question 3

Tests that load heavily on crystallized intelligence do NOT include tests involving

Accepted Answer

Tests that load heavily on crystallized intelligence typically involve the use of acquired knowledge and skills, such as language use, word analogies, and general information. Memory span, however, is more related to working memory capacity and does not directly assess acquired knowledge, making it the correct answer.

Question 4

Information that people acquire through learning and experience is called __________ intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Crystallized intelligence refers to the knowledge and skills that one accumulates over a lifetime of learning and experiences.

Question 5

The extent to which a person possesses crystallized intelligence depends on his or her

Accepted Answer

Crystallized intelligence refers to the knowledge and skills that one acquires through experience, education, and training. It is influenced by a person's experiences (A), the level of fluid intelligence since it helps in learning and understanding new information (B), and the intellectual environment (C) which provides opportunities for learning and applying knowledge.

Question 6

Analytic, creative, and practical intelligence contribute to what Sternberg termed

Accepted Answer

Sternberg's theory of successful intelligence includes three types of intelligence: analytic, creative, and practical. He argues that a combination of these three types is necessary for success in life.

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT one of the components of analytic intelligence as described by Sternberg?

Accepted Answer

The adaptation component is not one of the components of analytic intelligence as described by Sternberg. Sternberg's triarchic theory of intelligence includes three components of analytic intelligence: the metacomponents (higher-order planning and decision-making skills), the performance components (actual execution of tasks), and the knowledge-acquisition components (abilities to learn and store new information).

Question 8

According to Sternberg, the ability to deal effectively with new situations and to solve problems automatically is called __________ intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Sternberg's theory of intelligence, specifically the Triarchic Theory of Intelligence, identifies three aspects of intelligence: analytical (componential), creative (experiential), and practical (contextual). Creative intelligence, as mentioned in choice D, refers to the ability to deal effectively with new situations and solve problems in novel ways, which aligns with the description given.

Question 9

According to Sternberg, the novel tasks component of creative intelligence is similar to __________ whereas the automated tasks component is similar to __________.

Accepted Answer

The novel tasks component of creative intelligence is similar to fluid intelligence, which involves the ability to solve new problems, use logic in new situations, and identify patterns. The automated tasks component is similar to crystallized intelligence, which involves the use of learned knowledge and experience.

Question 10

The decision to spend a large or small amount of time reading a passage as a function of the level of information you need from it, is controlled by the __________ component of __________ intelligence in Sternberg's theory.

Accepted Answer

The metacomponent aspect of analytic intelligence in Sternberg's theory involves higher-order processes used for planning, monitoring, and evaluating problem-solving strategies, which includes deciding how much time to spend reading a passage based on the needed information level.

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a form that is assumed by practical intelligence?

Accepted Answer

Fitness is not typically considered a form of practical intelligence, which usually involves adaptation, selection, and shaping in response to environmental demands.

Question 12

The kind of intelligence that reflects the behaviours of our species that have been subject to natural selection is called __________ intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Practical intelligence is the kind of intelligence that reflects the behaviours of our species that have been subject to natural selection. It is the ability to use our knowledge and skills to solve problems and adapt to our environment.

Question 13

Sternberg would likely describe the Inuit creation of the igloo as an example of __________ intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Sternberg's triarchic theory of intelligence includes practical intelligence, which refers to the ability to solve everyday problems by utilizing knowledge gained from experience. The creation of an igloo by the Inuit is a practical solution to a real-world problem, demonstrating the application of practical intelligence.

Question 14

People who sustain damage to their frontal lobes are often unable to form plans but can still perform quite well on standard intelligence tests. This provides support for the importance of the __________ component of Sternberg's theory of intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Practical intelligence involves the ability to deal with everyday tasks and challenges, which is often impaired in individuals with frontal lobe damage, even if their analytic intelligence (measured by standard tests) remains intact.

Question 15

You move to a new city in order to attend university. One of your first tasks is to find a suitable place to live. You are using in the __________ form of __________ intelligence according to Sternberg.

Accepted Answer

Finding a suitable place to live in a new city is a real-world problem that requires practical intelligence, according to Sternberg's theory. The "selection" form involves choosing the best contexts or environments for one's skills and abilities, which aligns with the task of finding a suitable living situation.

Question 16

Gardner's theory of intelligence is considered to be a __________ theory.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Gardner's theory of intelligence is considered to...

Question 17

Gardner has proposed that intelligence is made up of __________ categories.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Gardner has proposed that intelligence is made...

Question 18

Gardner's theory of intelligence

Accepted Answer

Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences is based on the neuropsychological evidence, expands the concept of intelligence beyond traditional views by including various mental abilities, and is more inclusive of different cultural perspectives on what constitutes intelligence.

Question 19

Gardner would likely suggest that a person who has excellent social skills is high in __________ intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences includes interpersonal intelligence, which refers to the ability to understand and interact effectively with others. A person with excellent social skills would be considered high in interpersonal intelligence according to Gardner's theory.

Question 20

If Gardner added a ninth category to his model of intelligence it would most likely be

Accepted Answer

Gardner actually did propose a ninth type of intelligence, which he called "existential intelligence." This form of intelligence involves the capacity to ponder deep questions about human existence, such as the meaning of life, why we die, and how we got here.

Quiz 11: Intelligence and Thinking

Fluid intelligence is to as crystallized intelligence is to .