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What is the Flynn effect?
The observation that each generation has a significantly higher IQ than the previous generation.
A(n) ________ is a basic sound unit of a given language.
Phoneme
What is the confirmation bias?
Focusing on information that confirms your existing beliefs.
Which term refers to the vocabulary of a language, or the words contained within that language?
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The analytical intelligence component of the triarchic theory of intelligence is demonstrated by the ability to ________.
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The type of intelligence that involves seeing complex relationships and solving problems is ________ intelligence.
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What does Gonzalo's attempt to open his car door illustrate?
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What exemplifies hindsight bias?
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________ are categories or groupings of linguistic information, images, ideas, or memories, such as life experiences.
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An intelligence score that falls below ________ indicates significant cognitive delays, and may be indicative of an intellectual disability.
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What was the most controversial conclusion made by Arthur Jensen regarding Level 1 and Level II intelligence?
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What did the Minnesota Study of Twins Reared Apart suggest about intelligence?
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Which statistic is a measure of how data are dispersed in a population?
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What exemplifies the availability heuristic?
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Which subtype of intellectual disability describes Emily, who has a 4th-grade skill level?
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What may Rudy be evaluated for considering his struggles with arithmetic?
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The practice of administering, scoring, and interpreting an assessment tool in the same manner is called ________.
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Which area of the multiple intelligences model does Jake exemplify?
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What exemplifies logical-mathematical intelligence from the multiple intelligences theory?
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Knowing what a rainbow looks like because you have seen a rainbow is an example of a(n) ________ concept.
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What intelligence component does Kai's ability to invent a solution illustrate?
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Which concept is a type of mental set where you cannot perceive an object being used for something other than what it was designed for?
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Who developed the triarchic theory of intelligence?
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A ________ is the smallest unit of language that conveys some type of meaning.
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What schema does Samara use when meeting a nurse?
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Study Notes
Intelligence Concepts
- Flynn Effect: Observes that each generation exhibits a significantly higher IQ compared to the previous one.
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Triarchic Theory of Intelligence: Developed by Robert Sternberg, it includes analytical, creative, and practical intelligence.
- Analytical Intelligence: Involves the ability to analyze, evaluate, and compare information.
- Creative Intelligence: Ability to invent new solutions to problems; demonstrated by innovative thinking.
- Practical Intelligence: Skills applied in real-world situations.
Language and Communication
- Phoneme: The basic sound unit within a language.
- Lexicon: Refers to the vocabulary of a language, encompassing all words and their meanings.
- Morpheme: The smallest unit of language conveying meaning, which can be a word or part of a word.
- Concepts: Categories or groupings of linguistic information, images, ideas, or memories; essential for cognitive processing.
- Natural Concept: A type of concept formed through experiences, such as knowing what a rainbow looks like.
Cognitive Biases
- Confirmation Bias: The tendency to only focus on information that supports existing beliefs.
- Hindsight Bias: Conviction of having predicted an event after it has occurred; viewing events as predictable in hindsight.
- Availability Heuristic: Relying on immediate examples that come to mind, often influenced by media exposure, affecting risk perception.
Intelligence Measurement
- Intellectual Disability: Indicates significant cognitive delays; a score below 70 suggests possible intellectual disability.
- Mild Intellectual Disability: Describes individuals who can function independently with basic skills, like Emily's 4th-grade capabilities.
- Dyscalculia: A specific learning disability affecting mathematical abilities, evidenced by struggles with arithmetic and symbol confusion.
Mental Processes and Problem Solving
- Mental Set: The tendency to approach problems with a mindset that has worked in the past; illustrated by Gonzalo's persistence with a faulty auto lock.
- Functional Fixedness: A specific type of mental set that limits understanding of how an object can be used beyond its traditional function.
Statistics in Intelligence
- Standard Deviation: A statistical measure that indicates how data is dispersed within a population, providing context to intelligence scores.
Psychological Studies
- Minnesota Study of Twins Reared Apart: Suggested that genetics play a significant role in determining intelligence.
Interpersonal Intelligence
- Interpersonal Intelligence: Exemplified by individuals (like Jake) who are empathetic, able to understand and relate to the emotions of others.
Categories of Intelligence
- Logical-Mathematical Intelligence: Representative of skills in math and logical problem-solving, as demonstrated by Nima's aptitude in calculus and algebra.
Social Perception
- Role Schema: Assumptions about behaviors and expectations associated with various social roles, such as Samara's perceptions of nurses.
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Description
Test your knowledge on key concepts from Psychology Chapter 7. This quiz covers important theories such as the Flynn effect, phonemes, and cognitive biases like confirmation bias. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of these topics.
