Intelligence Theories and Measurement Quiz

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Which of the following is NOT a factor theory of intelligence?

Thurstone‘s primary mental abilities

Cattell‘s fluid and crystallised intelligence

Spearman‘s g-factor

Einstein's theory of relativity (correct)

How is intelligence defined and conceptualized in psychological research?

As a fixed and unchangeable trait

As a single, general cognitive ability

As a purely emotional attribute

As a combination of fluid and crystallized intelligence (correct)

What method is used to assess intelligence?

Personality tests

Horoscope readings

Intelligence tests (correct)

Physical fitness assessments

Who proposed the concept of the g-factor in intelligence?

Charles Spearman Signup and view all the answers

Which layperson's implicit concept aligns with scientific definitions of intelligence?

Being able to explain gravity Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best represents a factor theory of intelligence?

Getting a high score in an intelligence test Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Thurstone's theory of primary mental abilities?

Identifying specific cognitive abilities Signup and view all the answers

In the context of intelligence research, how is the g-factor best defined?

The underlying general factor of intelligence Signup and view all the answers

Which type of intelligence is primarily associated with Cattell's fluid and crystallized intelligence theory?

Adapting to new problem-solving situations Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following aligns with the layperson's implicit concept of intelligence?

Knowing everything about Jane Austen Signup and view all the answers

According to the information provided, what is the range of correlation coefficients between intelligence and educational attainment?

0.3 to 0.7 Signup and view all the answers

Which book chapter discusses 'The truth about ability and accomplishment'?

Chapter 3: The truth about ability and accomplishment Signup and view all the answers

What type of study design was used in Blackwell, Trzesniewski, & Dweck's (2007) research?

Longitudinal study Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Poropat's (2009) meta-analysis?

Personality and academic performance Signup and view all the answers

Based on the provided information, what is the primary association between intelligence and educational attainment?

Moderate to strong correlation Signup and view all the answers

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