Early theorists such as Spearman argued that g represented basic intelligence. According to these theorists, individuals high in g
A)have an advantage in every intellectual endeavor
B)excel at numerical but not verbal tasks
C)excel at visual but not verbal tasks
D)excel at verbal and numerical tasks, but not visual ones

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Spearman's theory of general intelligence, or g, posits that individuals with a high g factor have an advantage in virtually all intellectual endeavors, not just specific types of tasks. This includes verbal, numerical, and visual tasks, among others.

Early Theorists Such as Spearman Argued That G Represented Basic