The ________ theory of the relationship between intelligence and creativity says that a person must be at least slightly more intelligent than average to be considered creative, but beyond that point, the two are not related.
A) threshold
B) interaction
C) creative intelligence
D) Getzels and Jackson

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The threshold theory proposes that a minimum level of intelligence is necessary for creativity, but above that threshold, there is no significant correlation between intelligence and creativity. Therefore, option A is the correct answer. Option B is incorrect because the interaction theory suggests that intelligence and creativity interact and influence each other. Option C refers to a specific theory that proposes a distinct form of intelligence called creative intelligence, which is not relevant to the given question. Option D refers to the names of the researchers who proposed the interaction theory, which is also not relevant to the given question.

The ________ Theory of the Relationship Between Intelligence and Creativity