Question 1

When intelligence is defined by performance on tests of mental ability, evidence for:

Accepted Answer

The concept of a central general factor (g) in intelligence has been supported by robust evidence from psychometric studies, indicating that performance on different tests of mental ability is positively correlated, and that this correlation is best explained by a general factor underlying specific abilities. The evidence for seven primary mental abilities (A) is less consistent, and while some researchers argue that there may be multiple, independent factors of intelligence, the g factor remains the most widely supported and commonly used in research. Anthropomorphic abilities (C) and a central s (D) are not relevant concepts in the study of intelligence as assessed by mental tests.

Question 2

According to Raymond Cattell, crystallized intelligence refers to:

Accepted Answer

Crystallized intelligence refers to acquired knowledge and ability, such as vocabulary, facts, and skills that are learned through education and experience. This type of intelligence tends to increase with age and experience.

Question 3

Who of the following would be associated with the psychometric approach to intelligence?

Accepted Answer

Charles Spearman is associated with the psychometric approach to intelligence, also known as the "g-factor" theory, which posits that intelligence can be measured and expressed as a single number or score. Howard Gardner is associated with the multiple intelligences theory, John Watson was a behaviorist who did not focus on intelligence, and Robert Sternberg is associated with the triarchic theory of intelligence.

Question 4

Problem solving, reasoning, and memory skills that are not greatly influenced by experience are part of:

Accepted Answer

Fluid intelligence refers to the ability to reason and solve problems independent of prior knowledge or experience. It involves skills such as pattern recognition, abstract reasoning, and logical thinking. In contrast, crystallized intelligence involves knowledge and skills that are gained through experience and education, such as vocabulary and general knowledge. Interpersonal intelligence involves the ability to understand and interact effectively with other people, while practical intelligence involves the ability to apply knowledge and skills to everyday problems and situations.

Question 5

Howard Gardner feels the types of intelligence he proposes are:

Accepted Answer

Howard Gardner's theory proposes that intelligence is rooted in the biology of the brain, but it is expressed differently based on one's culture. This means that while the different types of intelligence may have a biological basis, their expression differs depending on one's cultural background and experiences.

Question 6

According to Raymond Cattell, knowledge and abilities that are acquired refer to:

Accepted Answer

Crystallized intelligence refers to knowledge and skills that are acquired through education and experience. This type of intelligence involves the ability to use language, solve problems, and understand complex issues. It is dependent on exposure to a range of experiences and cultural contexts, and tends to increase with age.

Question 7

The view that traditional conceptions of intelligence need to be broadened to include special abilities or talents is most consistent with:

Accepted Answer

Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences proposes that traditional conceptions of intelligence are too narrow and should include special abilities or talents such as musical, spatial, or interpersonal intelligence. This is in contrast to the psychometric approach which focuses on intelligence as a general cognitive ability that can be measured with intelligence tests, the cognitive approach which emphasizes mental processes such as attention, perception, and memory, and Sternberg's triarchic theory which emphasizes practical intelligence, creative intelligence, and analytical intelligence.

Question 8

Who of the following would not be associated with the psychometric approach to intelligence?

Accepted Answer

Robert Sternberg is known for his triarchic theory of intelligence, which does not align with the traditional psychometric approach focused on quantifying cognitive abilities through tests, as associated with Thurstone, Galton, and Spearman.

Question 9

Who of the following would not be associated with the psychometric approach to intelligence?

Accepted Answer

The psychometric approach to intelligence focuses on measuring intelligence through tests and numerical scores. Howard Gardner, on the other hand, developed the theory of multiple intelligences, which suggests that there are different types of intelligence beyond the traditional IQ test.

Question 10

Susan and her brother Stephen are very competitive with one another.Susan always beats Stephen at scramble because she knows more words than he does.This difference is an example of which of the following types of intelligences?

Accepted Answer

Scramble is a game that tests one's knowledge of vocabulary and the ability to form words from jumbled letters. Susan beating Stephen in this game suggests that she has better-developed crystallized intelligence, which is the knowledge and skills acquired through education and experience. In contrast, fluid intelligence relates to problem-solving and reasoning skills, practical intelligence relates to common sense and street smarts, and creative intelligence relates to the ability to generate novel and valuable ideas.

Question 11

Jennie has just attained a fairly high score in a test designed to measure her numerical ability.Based on Thurstone's theory of seven primary intelligences, when Jennie takes a test designed to measure her spatial ability, you can predict:

Accepted Answer

Thurstone's theory of seven primary intelligences suggests that each intelligence is independent of each other. Therefore, a high score on a numerical ability test does not necessarily indicate a high score on a spatial ability test. The scores of the two tests are independent of each other.

Question 12

According to Raymond Cattell, the general ability to solve problems, reason, and remember refers to:

Accepted Answer

Raymond Cattell proposed the theory of fluid and crystallized intelligences. Fluid intelligence refers to the general ability to solve problems, reason and remember. On the other hand, crystallized intelligence is the ability to use learned knowledge and experience. Practical intelligence is the ability to adapt to the environment, and analytic intelligence is the ability to analyze, evaluate and make decisions. Therefore, option B is the correct answer.

Question 13

Which of the following researchers proposed that crystallized intelligence is a type of intelligence distinct from other types of intelligence?

Accepted Answer

Raymond Cattell proposed a two-factor theory of intelligence, which included crystallized intelligence as one of two factors, with the other being fluid intelligence. Crystallized intelligence refers to the knowledge and skills that an individual acquires through experience and education.

Question 14

Jessica has been studying geology for the past 6 years.She can easily classify almost any rock or mineral correctly.When she first started her studies, she often had a difficult time differentiating between the different rocks and minerals and often made errors in classification.According to Raymond Cattell, Jessica's current ability to classify rocks and minerals is an example of her:

Accepted Answer

Jessica's current ability to classify rocks and minerals is an example of her crystallized intelligence, which refers to the knowledge and skills that have been acquired through education and experience. This is different from fluid intelligence, which involves reasoning and problem-solving abilities that are not dependent on specific knowledge or experience. Practical intelligence refers to the ability to solve everyday problems, while creative intelligence involves generating novel and effective solutions to problems. While these types of intelligence may also play a role in Jessica's ability to classify rocks and minerals, her current proficiency in this area is primarily due to her crystallized intelligence.

Question 15

Many psychologists propose a hierarchical model of intelligence.This represents a:

Accepted Answer

A hierarchical model of intelligence is a compromise between the views of Thurstone and Spearman. Thurstone believed in multiple intelligences, while Spearman believed in a single general intelligence factor (g). The hierarchical model proposes that there is a general intelligence factor (g), which is then divided into more specific abilities or intelligences.

Question 16

According to Raymond Cattell, fluid intelligence refers to:

Accepted Answer

According to Raymond Cattell, fluid intelligence specifically refers to the ability to solve problems, reason, and remember.

Question 17

Who of the following would be associated with the psychometric approach to intelligence?

Accepted Answer

L. L. Thurstone is associated with the psychometric approach to intelligence, particularly known for his development of multiple factor analysis, a statistical method used to understand the structure of intelligence.

Question 18

Which of the following is a correct statement of Howard Gardner's view of intelligence?

Accepted Answer

Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences postulates that intelligence cannot be defined or measured by a single test score, but rather it encompasses a range of abilities including linguistic, logical-mathematical, musical, spatial, bodily-kinesthetic, interpersonal, intrapersonal, and naturalist intelligences. According to Gardner, intelligence can be expressed in a variety of ways depending on one's culture.

Question 19

Which of the following researchers proposed that fluid intelligence is a type of intelligence distinct from other types of intelligence?

Accepted Answer

Cattell proposed the concept of fluid intelligence as a distinct type of intelligence in his two-factor theory of intelligence. According to Cattell, fluid intelligence involves the ability to think abstractly and solve problems independent of prior knowledge, while crystalized intelligence refers to knowledge and skills acquired through education and experience.

Question 20

Eliza is able to solve problems quickly in school.Even when she was in preschool, she seemed to be able to think through questions and answer them more quickly than her classmates.According to Raymond Cattell, Eliza's quick reasoning and problem-solving skills are probably evidence of her overall:

Accepted Answer

Fluid intelligence refers to the ability to reason quickly and think abstractly, which is what Eliza is demonstrating in her ability to solve problems quickly in school from a young age. Crystalized intelligence, on the other hand, involves knowledge and skills that are learned and accumulated over time. Practical intelligence refers to the ability to apply knowledge to real-life situations, while creative intelligence involves coming up with unique and innovative solutions to problems.

Quiz 10: Intelligence

When intelligence is defined by performance on tests of mental ability, evidence for:

According to Raymond Cattell, crystallized intelligence refers to:

Who of the following would be associated with the psychometric approach to intelligence?

Problem solving, reasoning, and memory skills that are not greatly influenced by experience are part of:

Howard Gardner feels the types of intelligence he proposes are:

According to Raymond Cattell, knowledge and abilities that are acquired refer to:

The view that traditional conceptions of intelligence need to be broadened to include special abilities or talents is most consistent with:

Who of the following would not be associated with the psychometric approach to intelligence?

Who of the following would not be associated with the psychometric approach to intelligence?

Susan and her brother Stephen are very competitive with one another.Susan always beats Stephen at scramble because she knows more words than he does.This difference is an example of which of the following types of intelligences?

Jennie has just attained a fairly high score in a test designed to measure her numerical ability.Based on Thurstone's theory of seven primary intelligences, when Jennie takes a test designed to measure her spatial ability, you can predict:

According to Raymond Cattell, the general ability to solve problems, reason, and remember refers to:

Which of the following researchers proposed that crystallized intelligence is a type of intelligence distinct from other types of intelligence?

Many psychologists propose a hierarchical model of intelligence.This represents a:

According to Raymond Cattell, fluid intelligence refers to:

Who of the following would be associated with the psychometric approach to intelligence?

Which of the following is a correct statement of Howard Gardner's view of intelligence?

Which of the following researchers proposed that fluid intelligence is a type of intelligence distinct from other types of intelligence?

Eliza is able to solve problems quickly in school.Even when she was in preschool, she seemed to be able to think through questions and answer them more quickly than her classmates.According to Raymond Cattell, Eliza's quick reasoning and problem-solving skills are probably evidence of her overall: