Question 1

When does the babbling stage generally begin?

Accepted Answer

The babbling stage typically begins around 4 months of age, as infants start to experiment with making sounds that are not related to their native language.

Question 2

Rebecca is preparing to take the driving test to get her license.As she thinks about what to do when the test begins,she thinks in mental images.This is also referred to as

Accepted Answer

The answer of Rebecca is preparing to take the driving...

Question 3

Computer programmers who focus on innovation and generating novel ideas rather than simply meeting deadlines and writing standard programs are especially likely to demonstrate

Accepted Answer

Creative intelligence involves generating novel ideas and solutions to problems, which is exactly what programmers focused on innovation would be doing. Emotional intelligence involves understanding and managing emotions, practical intelligence involves common sense decision making, and existential intelligence involves grappling with big questions about life and existance - none of which are particularly relevant to this scenario.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Andrew's ability to produce detailed drawings despite his communication difficulties and autism diagnosis is a characteristic of savant syndrome. Savant syndrome is a condition where an individual with a developmental disability, such as autism or Down syndrome, demonstrates exceptional abilities in a specific area such as music, math, or art.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

According to Sternberg's theory of intelligence, there are three types of intelligence: analytical, creative, and practical. Analytical intelligence refers to abstract reasoning and problem-solving skills, while creative intelligence involves generating unique ideas and original solutions. Practical intelligence is the ability to adapt to the environment and handle everyday tasks. Based on this theory, Tabatha's strengths lie in analytical intelligence, as evidenced by her straight As in all her classes. However, she is not good at creative endeavors such as drawing, painting, writing, or singing, indicating lower levels of creative intelligence. Therefore, the best choice is B: analytical intelligence but low in creative intelligence.

Question 6

A high school counselor gave Amy a test designed to predict whether she could learn to become a successful architect.Amy most likely took an ________ test.

Accepted Answer

An aptitude test is designed to measure a person's ability in a particular area or field, such as architecture. The other options do not focus on measuring one's potential for future success in a specific area, but rather on present or past accomplishments (achievement) or general cognitive ability (IQ). Eugenics, while sometimes used in the past to try and predict future success based on genetic factors, is now widely discredited and considered unethical.

Question 7

Psychologists are most likely to doubt that chimpanzees have the capacity to

Accepted Answer

While chimpanzees are known to communicate with gestures and even have some ability to transmit cultural innovations, there is little evidence to suggest that they have the capacity for complex grammar. As such, psychologists are likely to be skeptical that they possess this ability.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

According to Charles Spearman, intelligence comprises a general factor (known as g) that underlies performance on all cognitive tasks, as well as specific factors that are unique to each task. Therefore, those who score high in one area of intelligence are likely to score higher than average in other areas as well. This supports option B. Options A and C suggest that intelligence is composed of multiple, distinct factors, which goes against Spearman's theory of general intelligence. Option D describes a different aspect of intelligence (novel problem-solving ability) rather than Spearman's theory of general intelligence.

Question 9

Brain scans reveal that different ________ are activated when we process verbs rather than nouns.

Accepted Answer

Brain scans show that different neural networks are activated when we process different types of words, such as verbs and nouns. This reflects the brain's specialized areas for processing different aspects of language.

Question 10

The two-word stage of language development typically begins at the age of ________ months.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The two-word stage of language development typically...

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 12

Intelligence is best defined as

Accepted Answer

This definition of intelligence encompasses its various aspects and captures important components such as problem-solving, adaptability, and learning from experience. The other options (A, B, and D) are either too narrow or do not fully capture the essence of intelligence.

Question 13

Using different words for two very similar objects enables people to recognize conceptual distinctions between the objects.This best illustrates

Accepted Answer

Linguistic determinism suggests that the language we use shapes our thinking and our ability to perceive the world. The idea that different words for similar objects can help people recognize conceptual distinctions aligns with this theory, as it implies that language influences thought and categorization processes.

Question 14

In which of the following parts of the brain would a lesion most likely result in aphasia?

Accepted Answer

Aphasia is a language disorder that affects the ability to communicate. Wernicke's area, located in the temporal lobe of the brain, is responsible for comprehension and production of language. Lesions to this area can result in receptive and/or expressive aphasia.

Question 15

Understanding is to ________ as ability is to ________.

Accepted Answer

Understanding and receptive language are closely related, as are ability and productive language. Phonemes, grammar, syntax, and morphemes are all components of language rather than the concepts being compared in the analogy. Telegraphic speech and aphasia also do not directly relate to the comparison being made.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

Sternberg's concept of analytical intelligence refers to problem-solving abilities, logical reasoning, and academic skills, which are typically measured by intelligence tests. Therefore, superior performance on intelligence tests is most likely indicative of analytical intelligence. Gardner's concept of athletic intelligence refers to physical abilities, Thorndike's concept of social intelligence refers to interpersonal skills, and Mayer's concept of emotional intelligence refers to the ability to perceive, understand, and manage emotions, none of which are directly related to intelligence test performance.

Question 17

There are ________ languages in the world.

Accepted Answer

It is estimated that there are more than 6000 languages in the world. However, the exact number is difficult to determine since there are many undocumented and endangered languages that may not be known to scholars or linguists.

Question 18

The first modern test of intelligence was developed in

Accepted Answer

The first modern test of intelligence was the Binet-Simon test, developed in France by psychologists Alfred Binet and Théodore Simon in 1905.

Quiz 9: Thinking, Language, and Intelligence