Question 1

Margo is very good at learning to do new things quickly and flexibly. Margo is most likely considered to be ________ intelligence.
A) high in fluid
B) low in analytical
C) high in crystallized
D) low in practical

Accepted Answer

Fluid intelligence refers to the ability to think logically and solve problems in new situations without relying on past knowledge or experience. Margo's ability to learn new things quickly and adapt to new situations suggests that she has high fluid intelligence.

Question 2

Which of the following questions best summarizes the current approach to the role of nature and nurture in intelligence?
A) Is intelligence primarily determined by genetics?
B) Is intelligence primarily determined by the environment?
C) What factors other than nature and nurture influence intelligence?
D) How does each factor, genes and the environment, contribute to intelligence?

Accepted Answer

This question best summarizes the current approach because it acknowledges both nature and nurture as factors that contribute to intelligence and seeks to understand how each factor contributes. It also implies that there may be other factors that influence intelligence beyond genetics and environment.options A and B are too limited in their scope, while option C focuses on factors beyond nature and nurture, which is not specifically related to the role of nature and nurture in intelligence.

Question 3

Sue is a great math student. According to multiple intelligences theory, Sue's linguistic intelligence should be ________ her mathematical/logical intelligence.
A) greater than
B) less than
C) equal to
D) unrelated to

Accepted Answer

According to Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences, each intelligence is independent of the others. This means that a person's skill in one area (like mathematical/logical intelligence) does not predict their skill in another area (like linguistic intelligence).

Question 4

Cory performs well at the word game Scrabble because he is good at solving problems and rearranging letters quickly to form many words. These skills reveal his ________ intelligence.
A) fluid
B) spatial
C) practical
D) interpersonal

Accepted Answer

Fluid intelligence refers to the ability to think logically and solve problems in novel situations, which is demonstrated by Cory's ability to quickly rearrange letters to form many words in Scrabble.

Question 5

Marilyn is very skilled at crossword puzzles, in part because she has a lot of knowledge about crosswords that she acquired through experience. Her knowledge of crossword puzzle words reflects ________ intelligence.
A) fluid
B) crystallized
C) creative
D) spatial

Accepted Answer

Marilyn's knowledge of crossword puzzle words is acquired through experience and reflects her ability to use previously acquired knowledge or skills (crystallized intelligence).

Question 6

According to the theory of multiple intelligences, the famous authors Mark Twain and Dr. Seuss most likely possessed high ________ intelligence.
A) musical
B) spatial
C) intrapersonal
D) linguistic

Accepted Answer

The theory of multiple intelligences identifies different types of intelligence, including musical, spatial, intrapersonal, and linguistic intelligence. Mark Twain and Dr. Seuss were both renowned authors, indicating that they likely possessed high linguistic intelligence, which is associated with the ability to use and understand language effectively.

Question 7

The SAT is a psychometric test, which means that it is
A) an intelligence test that gives an IQ score based on a person's performance.
B) an achievement test that reveals what knowledge and skills a person has.
C) definitely valid but may not be reliable.
D) a standardized test that is administered the same way for all students and scored objectively.

Accepted Answer

The SAT is a standardized test that is administered the same way for all students and scored objectively. This means that the test-taker's performance is compared to a norm group, and scores are determined based on how well the test-taker performed in relation to that norm group. It is not an intelligence test (A) or an achievement test (B), and while it is considered a valid measure of college readiness, it may not always be reliable in predicting student success.

Question 8

Which finding is the best evidence that genetics plays an important role in determining intelligence?
A) Identical twins raised apart have more similar IQs than siblings raised together.
B) Adopted children have IQs that are similar to their nonbiological siblings.
C) Siblings raised together have more similar IQs than siblings raised apart.
D) Identical twins raised together have more similar IQs than identical twins raised apart.

Accepted Answer

The fact that identical twins raised apart have more similar IQs than siblings raised together provides strong evidence that genetics play an important role in determining intelligence. Since identical twins share 100% of their DNA, any similarity in IQ must be due to genetic factors rather than environmental influences. The fact that they have more similar IQs when raised apart suggests that environmental factors, such as upbringing or social class, have less of an impact on IQ than genetics.

Question 9

Environmental factors can influence the development of intelligence. Which of the following is NOT an environmental factor that can influence intelligence?
A) the number of years the child remains in school
B) whether the child was breastfed for more than six months
C) the birth weight of the child
D) whether the child had certain recessive genes linked to intelligence

Accepted Answer

The options A, B, and C are environmental factors that can affect intelligence, whereas option D refers to genetic factors.

Question 10

Dr. Green is a respected therapist. His clients appreciate his ability to recognize and understand their feelings during difficult situations, even when they themselves do not
Understand their own feelings. Based on this, Dr. Green appears to have very high ________
Intelligence.
A) linguistic
B) emotional
C) practical
D) general

Accepted Answer

The scenario suggests that Dr. Green has a high ability to recognize and understand the emotions of his clients, indicating a high emotional intelligence.

Question 11

Alina often has trouble understanding her own feelings and has difficulty recognizing when her friends are expressing their feelings. Alina probably has low ________ intelligence.
A) fluid
B) practical
C) emotional
D) kinesthetic

Accepted Answer

Alina's difficulties with recognizing and understanding emotions suggest a lack of emotional intelligence. Fluid intelligence refers to skills related to problem-solving and abstract thinking, practical intelligence involves the ability to navigate real-world situations, and kinesthetic intelligence involves physical coordination and skill. While these types of intelligence may also be important in certain situations, they do not address Alina's specific concerns.

Question 12

Monica is very good at algebra and chemistry. However, she is not very good at writing short stories. According to the triarchic theory of intelligence, Monica most likely has high ________ intelligence and low ________ intelligence.
A) logical; linguistic
B) analytical; linguistic
C) logical; creative
D) analytical; creative

Accepted Answer

According to the triarchic theory of intelligence proposed by Robert Sternberg, intelligence is divided into three aspects: analytical, creative, and practical. Monica's proficiency in algebra and chemistry suggests high analytical intelligence, while her difficulty with writing short stories indicates lower creative intelligence.

Question 13

Although many successful musicians may not have "book smarts," they certainly have the "street smarts" needed to succeed in the music industry. The theory of intelligence that best
Accounts for this observation about "book smarts" and "street smarts" in musicians is
The ________ theory.
A) triarchic
B) general intelligence
C) emotional intelligence
D) crystallized intelligence

Accepted Answer

The triarchic theory of intelligence includes three components: analytical intelligence, creative intelligence, and practical intelligence. Practical intelligence, also known as "street smarts," involves the ability to adapt to new situations, solve practical problems, and think on one's feet. Musicians who succeed in the music industry may not have high levels of analytical or crystallized intelligence, but they possess strong practical intelligence and creativity, which is consistent with the triarchic theory.

Question 14

Bridget just took an intelligence test. The results show that Bridget has very high musical intelligence. The test Bridget took was probably based on the
A) triarchic theory.
B) theory of emotional intelligences.
C) theory of general intelligence.
D) theory of multiple intelligences.

Accepted Answer

The mention of high musical intelligence suggests that the test is based on the theory of multiple intelligences, which recognizes a variety of intelligences including musical intelligence. The other theories listed do not specifically address musical intelligence.

Question 15

A man is skiing skillfully down a mountain. This man would most likely score high on bodily kinesthetic intelligence, according to the ________ theory.
A) general intelligence
B) triarchic
C) emotional intelligence
D) multiple intelligences

Accepted Answer

The multiple intelligences theory developed by Howard Gardner proposes that there are several different types of intelligence, including bodily kinesthetic intelligence, which relates to physical movement and coordination. This man's skillful skiing would indicate high bodily kinesthetic intelligence.

Question 16

Joel is fantastic at solving logic problems but has a terrible vocabulary and cannot find most countries on a map. Joel would most likely be considered ________ in fluid intelligence and________ in crystallized intelligence.
A) high; high
B) low; low
C) high; low
D) low; high

Accepted Answer

Fluid intelligence involves the ability to reason and solve problems in new and unfamiliar situations, which Joel has shown to excel at in solving logic problems, indicating a high level of fluid intelligence. Crystallized intelligence, on the other hand, involves knowledge and skills that are acquired through education and experience, such as vocabulary and geography- which Joel struggles with, indicating a low level of crystallized intelligence. Therefore, the best option is C- high in fluid intelligence and low in crystallized intelligence.

Question 17

Peter is a four-year-old who can already read and has the vocabulary of a 10-year-old. His parents also love to read, so his house is filled with books. What is the most reasonable
Conclusion about the source of Peter's high intelligence?
A) He inherited genes for high intelligence from his parents.
B) His parents provided the stimulating environment needed to develop his intelligence.
C) His intelligence resulted from an interaction of both genes and environment.
D) Neither genes nor the environment is the cause of his high intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Peter's high intelligence is likely the result of an interaction between his genetic predisposition and the stimulating environment provided by his book-filled home and his parents' love of reading. While genetics may play a role, it is unlikely to be the sole cause of his advanced abilities.

Question 18

Which of the following would be an example of crystallized intelligence?
A) Maggie is able to solve unfamiliar math problems.
B) Aaron can compose a beautiful piano piece in one week.
C) Jordan can easily recite the entire dictionary.
D) Miguel can think quickly in complicated situations.

Accepted Answer

Crystallized intelligence refers to accumulated knowledge and skills. Reciting the dictionary involves accessing knowledge that has been learned over time, making it a clear example of crystallized intelligence. The other options involve more fluid intelligence, which refers to the ability to think abstractly and solve novel problems.

Question 19

Both nature and nurture can influence intelligence. Which of the following ideas has NOT been supported by intelligence research?
A) Certain prenatal factors can lead to lower intelligence.
B) Certain postnatal factors can lead to lower intelligence.
C) Intelligence can be linked to a single "intelligence gene."
D) An enriched environment can positively influence intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Intelligence is not linked to a single "intelligence gene." Intelligence is influenced by a combination of genes and environmental factors.

Question 20

Research has studied the relationship between breastfeeding during infancy and IQs later in childhood. According to these studies,
A) the effect of breastfeeding on later childhood IQ can be explained by birth weight differences.
B) there is no relationship between breastfeeding and IQ in later childhood.
C) breastfeeding for the first three months was associated with an increase in IQ, but there was no relationship after three months.
D) breastfeeding for more than six months was associated with a five- to seven-point increase in IQ.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that breastfeeding for more than six months is associated with a five- to seven-point increase in IQ later in childhood. This relationship cannot be explained by birth weight differences, and there is a clear association between longer duration of breastfeeding and higher IQ scores.

Quiz 8: Thinking and Intelligence

Margo is very good at learning to do new things quickly and flexibly. Margo is most likely considered to be ________ intelligence.

Which of the following questions best summarizes the current approach to the role of nature and nurture in intelligence?

Sue is a great math student. According to multiple intelligences theory, Sue's linguistic intelligence should be ________ her mathematical/logical intelligence.

Cory performs well at the word game Scrabble because he is good at solving problems and rearranging letters quickly to form many words. These skills reveal his ________ intelligence.

Marilyn is very skilled at crossword puzzles, in part because she has a lot of knowledge about crosswords that she acquired through experience. Her knowledge of crossword puzzle words reflects ________ intelligence.

According to the theory of multiple intelligences, the famous authors Mark Twain and Dr. Seuss most likely possessed high ________ intelligence.

The SAT is a psychometric test, which means that it is

Which finding is the best evidence that genetics plays an important role in determining intelligence?

Environmental factors can influence the development of intelligence. Which of the following is NOT an environmental factor that can influence intelligence?

Dr. Green is a respected therapist. His clients appreciate his ability to recognize and understand their feelings during difficult situations, even when they themselves do not Understand their own feelings. Based on this, Dr. Green appears to have very high ________ Intelligence.

Alina often has trouble understanding her own feelings and has difficulty recognizing when her friends are expressing their feelings. Alina probably has low ________ intelligence.

Monica is very good at algebra and chemistry. However, she is not very good at writing short stories. According to the triarchic theory of intelligence, Monica most likely has high intelligence and low intelligence.

Although many successful musicians may not have "book smarts," they certainly have the "street smarts" needed to succeed in the music industry. The theory of intelligence that best Accounts for this observation about "book smarts" and "street smarts" in musicians is The ________ theory.

Bridget just took an intelligence test. The results show that Bridget has very high musical intelligence. The test Bridget took was probably based on the

A man is skiing skillfully down a mountain. This man would most likely score high on bodily kinesthetic intelligence, according to the ________ theory.

Joel is fantastic at solving logic problems but has a terrible vocabulary and cannot find most countries on a map. Joel would most likely be considered in fluid intelligence and in crystallized intelligence.

Peter is a four-year-old who can already read and has the vocabulary of a 10-year-old. His parents also love to read, so his house is filled with books. What is the most reasonable Conclusion about the source of Peter's high intelligence?

Which of the following would be an example of crystallized intelligence?

Both nature and nurture can influence intelligence. Which of the following ideas has NOT been supported by intelligence research?

Research has studied the relationship between breastfeeding during infancy and IQs later in childhood. According to these studies,