Question 1

Rebecca makes straight As in all her classes but is not good at drawing,painting,writing,or singing.Sternberg would say that Rebecca is high in
A) practical intelligence but low in analytical intelligence.
B) analytical intelligence but low in creative intelligence.
C) creative intelligence but low in practical intelligence.
D) practical intelligence and high in analytical intelligence.

Accepted Answer

According to Sternberg's triarchic theory of intelligence, there are three types of intelligence: analytical intelligence, creative intelligence, and practical intelligence. Analytical intelligence is the ability to analyze, evaluate, and solve problems. Creative intelligence is the ability to think outside the box and come up with unique and novel ideas. Practical intelligence is the ability to adapt to real-life situations and manage daily tasks effectively. In this scenario, Rebecca is good at analyzing, evaluating, and problem-solving (which is reflected by her straight As), so she has high analytical intelligence. However, she is not good at drawing, painting, writing, or singing, which indicates that she may have low creative intelligence. Since there is no indication that her daily tasks or adaptation to real-life situations are problematic, her practical intelligence is likely average or above average. Therefore, the best answer is B: analytical intelligence but low in creative intelligence.

Question 2

Intelligence is defined as
A) a person's score on an academic test.
B) having one special talent.
C) the ability to learn from experience,solve problems,and use knowledge to adapt to new situations.
D) being disciplined.

Accepted Answer

Intelligence is not only limited to academic tests or having one specific talent. It encompasses the ability to learn from experience, solve problems, and adapt to new situations using knowledge. Being disciplined may be a trait that can enhance one's intelligence, but it is not the definition of intelligence itself.

Question 3

Manny's wife had a terrible day at work,and then at home she had to drive the children to their after-school activities.To top it all off,she has yet to make dinner plans.When Manny comes home from work,he fails to notice his wife's stress level and instead asks if he can go out with his friends to watch a football game.Manny is demonstrating a low level of
A) existential intelligence.
B) analytic intelligence.
C) emotional intelligence.
D) practical intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Manny's lack of awareness of his wife's stress level and his insensitive request shows a low level of emotional intelligence, which is the ability to perceive, understand, and manage one's own emotions and the emotions of others.

Question 4

In very stressful or embarrassing situations,Sanura is able to maintain her poise and help others to feel comfortable.Sanura's ability best illustrates the value of
A) linguistic intelligence.
B) spatial intelligence.
C) practical intelligence.
D) emotional intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Sanura's ability to maintain her poise and help others feel comfortable in stressful or embarrassing situations requires emotional intelligence, which involves the ability to identify, understand, and manage one's own emotions, as well as empathize with others and effectively communicate with them.

Question 5

K.Anders Ericsson and others report a 28-year rule for expert performance that highlights the importance of
A) a g factor.
B) factor analysis.
C) daily practice.
D) social intelligence.

Accepted Answer

K.Anders Ericsson and others report a 28-year rule for expert performance, which states that it takes approximately 10 years or 10,000 hours of daily practice to become an expert in any field. Therefore, the correct answer is C, daily practice. Factors such as a g factor, factor analysis, and social intelligence may play a role in expertise, but daily practice is the most important factor according to Ericsson's research.

Question 6

Doggedly persistent motivation and drive is often necessary for successful accomplishments.This best illustrates the importance of
A) the g factor.
B) factor analysis.
C) existential intelligence.
D) grit.

Accepted Answer

The term "grit" refers to the determined and tenacious effort that can drive individuals toward achieving long-term goals despite setbacks, obstacles, and temporary failure. Therefore, doggedly persistent motivation and drive aligns more closely with the concept of grit than any of the other options presented.

Question 7

Which of the following statements is true of intelligence,according to Charles Spearman?
A) Intelligence comprises multiple abilities that come in different packages.
B) Those who score high in one area of intelligence typically score higher than average in other areas.
C) Every act of intelligence is backed by a different factor of intelligence.
D) General intelligence was a form of intelligence that helped people solve novel problems,not everyday problems.

Accepted Answer

According to Charles Spearman, intelligence comprises a general factor, known as "g," which underlies all specific mental abilities he called "s." Those who score high in one area of intelligence typically score higher than average in other areas, supporting the idea of a general factor of intelligence.

Question 8

Who is most likely to be criticized for extending the definition of intelligence to an overly broad range of talents?
A) Howard Gardner
B) Robert Sternberg
C) Charles Spearman
D) L.L.Thurstone

Accepted Answer

Howard Gardner is known for his theory of multiple intelligences which extends the definition of intelligence beyond traditional measures such as IQ and includes talents like musical intelligence, bodily-kinesthetic intelligence, and interpersonal intelligence. While his theory has gained some acceptance, it has also been criticized for being too broad and lacking empirical evidence to support the existence of separate intelligences.

Question 9

Who identified nine independent intelligences,including the verbal and math aptitudes that can be assessed by standardized tests?
A) Howard Gardner
B) Kim Peek
C) L.L.Thurstone
D) Robert Sternberg

Accepted Answer

Howard Gardner identified nine independent intelligences, including the verbal and math aptitudes that can be assessed by standardized tests.

Question 10

Of the following,who best illustrates Sternberg's concept of analytical intelligence?
A) Trudy,a student who receives lower grades in physical education than in any other course
B) Freda,a business executive who effectively motivates her sales staff
C) Selma,a 9-year-old who solves complicated mathematical problems in record time
D) Nicole,a teenager who completes the road test for her driver's license without a single error

Accepted Answer

Sternberg's concept of analytical intelligence is related to logical reasoning and problem-solving abilities. Selma, the 9-year-old who solves complicated mathematical problems in record time, best illustrates this concept.

Question 11

Academic problem solving is an example of which type of intelligence,according to Sternberg?
A) analytical
B) creative
C) practical
D) spatial

Accepted Answer

Academic problem solving involves analyzing and dissecting complex problems and coming up with logical solutions, which falls under analytical intelligence according to Sternberg's theory of intelligence.

Question 12

Superior performance on intelligence tests is most likely to be indicative of
A) Sternberg's concept of analytical intelligence.
B) Gardner's concept of athletic intelligence.
C) Thurstone's concept of social intelligence.
D) Mayer's concept of emotional intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Sternberg's concept of analytical intelligence refers to the ability to analyze, evaluate, and solve problems, which is most closely related to performance on intelligence tests. Gardner's concept of athletic intelligence (or bodily-kinesthetic intelligence) relates to skills in bodily movement and physical activity. Thurstone's concept of social intelligence is related to understanding and interacting effectively with others, but is not directly related to performance on intelligence tests. Mayer's concept of emotional intelligence relates to the ability to perceive, understand, and manage emotions, but is also not directly related to performance on intelligence tests.

Question 13

One component of emotional intelligence involves
A) the ability to completely forget emotionally traumatic experiences.
B) a lack of concern about receiving social approval.
C) predicting accurately when feelings are about to change.
D) selectively focusing attention on positive thoughts and feelings.

Accepted Answer

One component of emotional intelligence is the ability to accurately perceive and understand one's own emotions as well as the emotions of others. Predicting accurately when feelings are about to change is a key aspect of this. Options A and D are not accurate as emotional traumas are not easily forgotten, and emotional intelligence does not involve selectively focusing only on positive thoughts and feelings. Option B is also not correct as concern for social approval is often an important aspect of emotional intelligence, as it involves navigating social relationships effectively.

Question 14

Robert Sternberg distinguished among analytical,creative,and ________ intelligence.
A) spatial
B) musical
C) practical
D) interpersonal

Accepted Answer

Robert Sternberg's theory of intelligence separates general intelligence into three parts: analytical, creative, and practical. The other two options, spatial and musical intelligence, are part of Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences. Interpersonal intelligence is also one of Gardner's intelligences but is not part of Sternberg's theory.

Question 15

Emotional intelligence is a critical component of
A) creative intelligence.
B) social intelligence.
C) analytical intelligence.
D) practical intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Emotional intelligence involves the ability to understand, manage, and express one's own emotions, as well as the ability to empathize and understand the emotions of others. This is a key aspect of social intelligence, which involves the ability to navigate social situations and build relationships with others. While emotional intelligence may contribute to other forms of intelligence, such as creativity or practicality, it is most closely associated with social intelligence.

Question 16

Although diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and hardly able to speak coherently,18-year-old Andrew can produce intricate and detailed drawings of scenes he has viewed only once.Andrew illustrates a condition known as
A) g factor.
B) practical intelligence.
C) emotional intelligence.
D) savant syndrome.

Accepted Answer

Andrew's ability to produce intricate and detailed drawings despite his difficulty with communication and diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder is indicative of savant syndrome. Savant syndrome is a rare condition in which individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders, such as ASD or intellectual disability, have exceptional abilities in a specific area, such as memory recall, mathematical calculations, or artistic creation.

Question 17

The theorist who opposed Spearman's idea of a g factor and identified seven clusters of primary mental abilities was
A) Howard Gardner.
B) Kim Peek.
C) L.L.Thurstone.
D) Robert Sternberg.

Accepted Answer

L.L. Thurstone opposed Spearman's idea of a g factor and instead proposed the theory of multiple intelligences, identifying seven clusters of primary mental abilities. Howard Gardner and Robert Sternberg also proposed theories of multiple intelligences, but they did not oppose the idea of a general intelligence factor. Kim Peek was not a theorist, but rather a savant known for his exceptional memory abilities.

Question 18

Which psychologist most strongly emphasized that those who score above average on tests of spatial ability typically also score above average on tests of verbal or reasoning ability?
A) L.L.Thurstone
B) Howard Gardner
C) Robert Sternberg
D) Charles Spearman

Accepted Answer

The psychologist who most strongly emphasized the concept of general intelligence was Charles Spearman. He believed that individuals who excel in one intellectual domain tend to excel in others as well. This led him to develop the idea of a general intelligence factor, which he referred to as "g" (for "general factor"). He also developed the concept of "factor analysis," a statistical method for identifying related clusters of tests within a larger battery of tests.

Question 19

Researchers who believe that being a professional musician requires a certain cognitive ability as well as a lot of practice are emphasizing
A) the importance of creative intelligence.
B) the importance of Gardner's musical intelligence.
C) the importance of nature and nurture.
D) the role of the g factor.

Accepted Answer

The statement highlights the dual importance of inherent cognitive abilities (nature) and extensive practice (nurture) in becoming a professional musician, aligning with the concept of nature and nurture influencing development and skills.

Question 20

When Andy becomes upset about getting a poor grade,he typically fails to realize that he feels scared.This lack of self-insight best illustrates an inadequate level of
A) existential intelligence.
B) social intelligence.
C) practical intelligence.
D) emotional intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Emotional intelligence involves the ability to recognize and understand one's own emotions, as well as those of others. Andy's inability to realize that he is feeling scared when he receives a poor grade suggests a lack of emotional self-awareness, which is a key component of emotional intelligence.

Quiz 28: Forgetting, Memory Construction, and Applying Memory Principles to Your Own Education

Rebecca makes straight As in all her classes but is not good at drawing,painting,writing,or singing.Sternberg would say that Rebecca is high in

Intelligence is defined as

In very stressful or embarrassing situations,Sanura is able to maintain her poise and help others to feel comfortable.Sanura's ability best illustrates the value of

K.Anders Ericsson and others report a 28-year rule for expert performance that highlights the importance of

Doggedly persistent motivation and drive is often necessary for successful accomplishments.This best illustrates the importance of

Which of the following statements is true of intelligence,according to Charles Spearman?

Who is most likely to be criticized for extending the definition of intelligence to an overly broad range of talents?

Who identified nine independent intelligences,including the verbal and math aptitudes that can be assessed by standardized tests?

Of the following,who best illustrates Sternberg's concept of analytical intelligence?

Academic problem solving is an example of which type of intelligence,according to Sternberg?

Superior performance on intelligence tests is most likely to be indicative of

One component of emotional intelligence involves

Robert Sternberg distinguished among analytical,creative,and ________ intelligence.

Emotional intelligence is a critical component of

Although diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and hardly able to speak coherently,18-year-old Andrew can produce intricate and detailed drawings of scenes he has viewed only once.Andrew illustrates a condition known as

The theorist who opposed Spearman's idea of a g factor and identified seven clusters of primary mental abilities was

Which psychologist most strongly emphasized that those who score above average on tests of spatial ability typically also score above average on tests of verbal or reasoning ability?

Researchers who believe that being a professional musician requires a certain cognitive ability as well as a lot of practice are emphasizing

When Andy becomes upset about getting a poor grade,he typically fails to realize that he feels scared.This lack of self-insight best illustrates an inadequate level of