Question 1

____________ intelligence has been suggested by Goleman to be a more powerful influence on life than more traditional views.&#10;A)Analytical intelligence&#10;B)Creative intelligence&#10;C)Emotional intelligence&#10;D)none of these

Accepted Answer

According to Goleman, emotional intelligence, which involves the ability to recognize and manage our own emotions, as well as understand and influence the emotions of others, is a more powerful influence on life than traditional views of intelligence that emphasize analytical or creative abilities.

Question 2

All parents think their little kids are geniuses.However,to be classified as a genius,the IQ score must be above __________.&#10;A)120&#10;B)130&#10;C)140&#10;D)150

Accepted Answer

140

Question 3

In Kosslyn's &#34;imaginary island&#34; study,researchers found that it does take longer to view a mental image that _____________.&#10;A)is larger or covers more distance than one that is smaller and more compact&#10;B)has more items in it&#10;C)has more colors in it&#10;D)contains living things as compared to nonliving items

Accepted Answer

Kosslyn's "imaginary island" study found that it takes longer to view a mental image that is larger or covers more distance than one that is smaller and more compact. This is because larger images require more time to mentally scan and process all the details.

Question 4

What problem-solving strategies don't guarantee solutions but make efficient use of time?&#10;A)heuristics&#10;B)algorithms&#10;C)mnemonic devices&#10;D)cognitive shortcuts

Accepted Answer

Heuristics are problem-solving strategies that use practical methods and common sense to solve problems. While they do not guarantee solutions, they make efficient use of time and resources by allowing individuals to quickly consider potential options without exhaustive analysis. Algorithms, mnemonic devices, and cognitive shortcuts are all more rigid problem-solving strategies that may be time-consuming or limited in applicability.

Question 5

A psychological test that measures what we intend it to measure is said to be ______________.&#10;A)valid&#10;B)normed&#10;C)reliable&#10;D)standardized

Accepted Answer

A test that measures what it intends to measure is said to be valid. Reliability refers to the consistency of the test results, standardized tests are tests that are administered and scored in a consistent way, and norm-referenced tests compare an individual's performance to the performance of others in a norm group.

Question 6

At the current time,which statement is true about our knowledge of whether animals can use humanlike language?&#10;A)It has been clearly shown that animals cannot use humanlike language.&#10;B)All animal communication is instinctual and,thus,is not language.&#10;C)Only primates,like monkey and chimps,show any sign of language-like behavior.&#10;D)It is still unclear if animals can show humanlike language at any level of development.

Accepted Answer

While there have been some studies indicating that certain animals, particularly primates, have demonstrated language-like abilities, the overall picture is still unclear. There is ongoing debate among researchers about the true nature and extent of animal communication and whether it can truly be considered "language" in the way humans use the term. Therefore, it is not currently possible to definitively state whether animals can use humanlike language or not.

Question 7

When we consider intelligence,it is important to remember that although _______ sets limits on a child's potential,it is the _______ that permits that potential to be actualized.&#10;A)learning;opportunity&#10;B)opportunity;learning&#10;C)heredity;environment&#10;D)environment;heredity

Accepted Answer

Heredity sets genetic limits on a child's potential intelligence, but it is the environment (which includes factors such as education, nutrition, and socioeconomic status) that provides opportunities to reach that potential.

Question 8

A seemingly arbitrary flash &#34;out of the blue,&#34; through which the solution to a problem suddenly becomes apparent to you,but you do not consciously know how you &#34;figured it out,&#34; is called ______.&#10;A)brainstorming&#10;B)priming&#10;C)insight&#10;D)a mental set

Accepted Answer

This scenario describes a flash of insight, where the solution to a problem suddenly comes to mind without conscious effort or knowledge of how it was obtained. Brainstorming involves generating a large quantity of ideas, whereas priming involves activating certain associations in the mind. A mental set refers to a tendency to approach problems in a particular way.

Question 9

What are the smallest units of meaning in a language?&#10;A)words&#10;B)syntax&#10;C)phonemes&#10;D)morphemes

Accepted Answer

Morphemes are the smallest units of meaning in a language. They are the building blocks of words and can be either free (such as "cat" or "jump") or bound (such as "un-" or "-s"). Phonemes are the smallest units of sound in a language, while words and syntax are larger units that are made up of morphemes.

Question 10

A person starts from one point and comes up with many different ideas or possibilities based on that point.The person is engaging in ______.&#10;A)functional thinking&#10;B)circular thinking&#10;C)convergent thinking&#10;D)divergent thinking

Accepted Answer

Divergent thinking involves generating many different ideas or possibilities based on a single starting point. This is in contrast to convergent thinking, which involves narrowing down possibilities to find the best solution or answer. Functional thinking and circular thinking are not relevant to the description given.

Deck 7: B: Cognition: Thinking, Intelligence, and Language