Psychology Chapter 7 Flashcards

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What were the first intelligence tests for kids and adults?

Binet-Simon scale for children and Wechsler-Bellevue test for adults

How has intelligence been defined?

Emphasize adjustment and adaptation, ability to learn, and abstract thinking

What is Spearman's Theory of intelligence?

Believed intelligence is a general cognitive ability - has a single g factor

What is Thurston's Theory of Intelligence?

Believed there were several factors - not just one Signup and view all the answers

What is the Modern Theory of Intelligence?

Combined old theories - both g factor and subscales Signup and view all the answers

What is Ratio IQ?

Based on estimated 'mental age' divided by chronological age Signup and view all the answers

What is Deviation IQ?

Comparing your score to scores of same aged peers Signup and view all the answers

What are the correlates of the IQ?

School success, occupational status, job performance Signup and view all the answers

What is the evidence that IQ is heritable?

From behavioral genetics studies - it is not stable thus environment also plays a role Signup and view all the answers

What is the Flynn effect?

IQ scores increase over time Signup and view all the answers

What is the Stanford-Binet IQ Assessment?

1 test for all ages and 5 domains Signup and view all the answers

What is the Wechsler Scale?

3 tests for different ages and 4 domains Signup and view all the answers

What is SB-5?

Stanford-Binet 5th Edition Signup and view all the answers

What is WAIS-IV?

Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale - 4th Edition Signup and view all the answers

What is WISC-IV?

Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children - 5th Edition Signup and view all the answers

What is WPPSI-III?

Wechsler Preschool & Primary Scale of Intelligence - 3rd Edition Signup and view all the answers

Why are intelligence tests used?

Estimating general intelligence level, diagnose intellectual disabilities, predict academic success Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Intelligence Testing Overview

First intelligence tests included the Binet-Simon scale for children and the Wechsler-Bellevue test for adults.

Definitions of Intelligence

Intelligence is defined by the ability to adapt, learn, and think abstractly.

Theories of Intelligence

Spearman's Theory: Proposes a single general cognitive ability known as the g factor.
Thurston's Theory: Suggests multiple factors underlie intelligence rather than a single g factor.
Modern Theory: Integrates previous theories, acknowledging both general intelligence and specific subscales.

Types of IQ Scores

Ratio IQ: Calculated by dividing mental age by chronological age.
Deviation IQ: Compares an individual's score to the scores of same-aged peers.

Correlates and Evidence

IQ correlates with school success, occupational status, and job performance.
Behavioral genetics studies provide evidence of heritability, indicating environmental factors also influence IQ stability.

The Flynn Effect

Refers to the observed increase in IQ scores over time across populations.

Intelligence Assessments

Stanford-Binet IQ Assessment: A comprehensive test applicable to all ages across five domains.
Wechsler Scale: Comprised of three tests tailored for different age groups and evaluates four domains.
SB-5: Represents the 5th Edition of the Stanford-Binet assessment.
WAIS-IV: The fourth edition of the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale.
WISC-IV: The 5th Edition of the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children.
WPPSI-III: The third edition of the Wechsler Preschool & Primary Scale of Intelligence.

Purposes of Intelligence Testing

Used to estimate general intelligence levels, diagnose intellectual disabilities, and predict academic success.

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Test your knowledge of intelligence theories and tests with these flashcards for Psychology Chapter 7. Cover topics such as the Binet-Simon scale, Wechsler-Bellevue test, and Spearman's theory of intelligence. Perfect for reinforcing key concepts in psychological assessments.