A big question addressed by the psychometric approach is whether intelligence is __________.
A) a unitary phenomenon or consists of multiple components
B) inherited
C) primarily environmentally determined
D) primarily mathematical.

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The psychometric approach examines the structure of intelligence and assesses whether it is a single factor or composed of multiple components. Therefore, A is the best choice for this question. B and C are incorrect because the psychometric approach does not focus on inheritance or environment as the main determinants of intelligence. D is incorrect because the psychometric approach is not confined to mathematical abilities but encompasses all aspects of intelligence.

A Big Question Addressed by the Psychometric Approach Is Whether