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What is general intelligence also known as?
g factor
Which of the following are components of general intelligence? (Select all that apply)
What does fluid reasoning involve?
The ability to think flexibly and solve problems.
What can knowledge be equated with?
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What is quantitative reasoning?
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What does visual-spatial processing relate to?
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What does working memory involve?
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What does a score of 40-54 indicate?
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What does a score of 90-109 indicate?
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What range of scores indicates superior intelligence?
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What does a score of 145-160 indicate?
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Study Notes
General Intelligence (G Factor)
- General intelligence, known as g factor, represents a broad mental capacity influencing cognitive performance.
- It affects various cognitive ability measures, indicating a connection between different intellectual tasks.
Components of General Intelligence
- Fluid Reasoning: Ability to think flexibly and solve new problems.
- Knowledge: Encompasses a wide range of topics; synonymous with crystallized intelligence.
- Quantitative Reasoning: Involves the capability to solve numerical problems.
- Visual-Spatial Processing: Ability to interpret and manipulate visual information, such as solving puzzles.
- Working Memory: Utilization of short-term memory for tasks like repeating lists of items.
Intelligence Scoring
- Score 40-54: Indicates moderate impairment or delay in cognitive abilities.
- Score 55-69: Represents mild impairment or delay.
- Score 70-79: Categorized as borderline impairment or delay.
- Score 80-89: Associated with low average intelligence.
- Score 90-109: Reflects average intelligence levels.
- Score 110-119: Denotes high average intelligence.
- Score 120-129: Considered superior intelligence.
- Score 130-144: Recognized as gifted or very advanced intelligence.
- Score 145-160: Signifies exceptionally gifted or highly advanced cognitive abilities.
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Explore the concept of general intelligence, or g factor, which encompasses various cognitive abilities. This quiz covers key components such as fluid reasoning, knowledge, and visual-spatial processing. Assess your understanding of intelligence scoring and its implications.