Maria regularly uses her common sense in dealing with the world and she has excellent social skills. But she performs poorly in the objective tests conducted by her school.According to Sternberg's triarchic theory of intelligence,Maria exhibits ________ intelligence.
A)creative
B)analytical
C)general
D)practical

Question

Maria regularly uses her common sense in dealing with the world and she has excellent social skills. But she performs poorly in the objective tests conducted by her school.According to Sternberg's triarchic theory of intelligence,Maria exhibits ________ intelligence.
A)creative
B)analytical
C)general
D)practical

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

According to Sternberg's triarchic theory of intelligence, practical intelligence involves the ability to adapt to and deal with everyday situations, often relying on common sense and social skills. Maria's ability to use common sense and excellent social skills in dealing with the world suggests that she exhibits practical intelligence. The other options (creative, analytical, and general) do not align with the skills and abilities described in the scenario.

Maria Regularly Uses Her Common Sense in Dealing with the World