Question 1

L.L.Thurstone believed that there is (are)

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A)   three forms of intelligence: analytic,creative,and practical.
B)   seven different primary mental abilities,each of which is a relatively independent element of intelligence.
C)   multiple intelligences,some of which are not measured by standard intelligence tests.
D)   one general intelligence,or g factor,that is responsible for overall performance on tests of mental abilities.

Question 2

Robert Sternberg distinguished among analytical,practical,and ________ intelligence.

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A)   intrapersonal
B)   creative
C)   spatial
D)   musical

Question 3

Gardner's argument for multiple intelligences receives support from the

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A)   existence of creative intelligence.
B)   28-year rule.
C)   characteristics of savant syndrome.
D)   existence of a g factor. C

Question 4

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

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A)   Howard Gardner
B)   Kim Peek
C)   L.L.Thurstone
D)   Robert Sternberg

Question 5

Compared with Gardner,Sternberg has identified ________ independent dimensions of intelligence,and his forms of intelligence have been ________ reliably measured.

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A)   more;more
B)   fewer;less
C)   more;less
D)   fewer;more

Question 6

Stacey has been dancing since she was 4 years old and is extremely good at it.In fact,she is so good that she far surpasses other students who have been taking dance classes for the same period of time.Gardner would say that Stacey demonstrates ________ intelligence.

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A)   linguistic
B)   bodily-kinesthetic
C)   spatial
D)   musical B

Question 7

Gardner's concept of bodily-kinesthetic intelligence is most likely to be criticized for

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A)   lacking clarity.
B)   being indistinguishable from linguistic intelligence.
C)   being difficult to measure reliably.
D)   extending the definition of intelligence to an overly broad range of skills or talents.

Question 8

Those who emphasize the importance of the g factor would be most likely to encourage

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A)   discontinuing special programs for intellectually advantaged children.
B)   deriving adult intelligence test scores from the ratio of mental age to chronological age.
C)   using a small standardization sample in the process of intelligence test construction.
D)   quantifying intelligence with a single numerical score. D

Question 9

Twenty-five-year-old Alex has an intellectual disability and can neither read nor write.However,after hearing lengthy,unfamiliar,and complex musical selections just once,he can reproduce them precisely on the piano.It is likely that Alex is

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A)   gifted with a superior level of Spearman's g factor.
B)   demonstrating a high level of emotional intelligence.
C)   above average in interpersonal intelligence.
D)   someone with savant syndrome.

Question 10

Geneva is the mayor of a small city.When a serious flood struck the city,she allocated people,financial resources,and temporary housing to help those whose homes were damaged by the flood.According to Sternberg,Geneva is demonstrating ________ intelligence.

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A)   practical
B)   creative
C)   emotional
D)   analytical

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT an ability associated with emotional intelligence?

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A)   perceiving emotions
B)   understanding emotions
C)   controlling emotions
D)   using emotions

Question 12

Spearman's g factor refers to

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A)   the genetic contribution to intelligence.
B)   a general intelligence that underlies all mental abilities.
C)   a highly developed skill or talent possessed by a person with an otherwise limited mental ability.
D)   the ability to understand and regulate emotions.

Question 13

Academic problem solving is an example of which type of intelligence,according to Sternberg?

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A)   analytical
B)   creative
C)   practical
D)   spatial

Question 14

An important aspect of social intelligence is called

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A)   the g factor.
B)   analytical intelligence.
C)   grit.
D)   emotional intelligence.

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT an aspect of what is commonly called intelligence?

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A)   artistic ability
B)   problem solving
C)   the ability to use knowledge to adapt to new situations
D)   the ability to learn from experience

Question 16

Chandra is very athletic and is able to quickly master new and complex dance routines.Howard Gardner would be most likely to suggest that Chandra demonstrates a high level of

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A)   social intelligence.
B)   spatial intelligence.
C)   emotional intelligence.
D)   bodily-kinesthetic intelligence.

Question 17

In very stressful or embarrassing situations,Sanura is able to maintain her poise and help others to feel comfortable.Sanura's ability best illustrates the value of

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A)   linguistic intelligence.
B)   spatial intelligence.
C)   practical intelligence.
D)   emotional intelligence.

Question 18

Emotional intelligence is a critical component of

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A)   creative intelligence.
B)   social intelligence.
C)   analytical intelligence.
D)   practical intelligence.

Question 19

The ability to delay immediate pleasures in pursuit of long-range rewards is most clearly a characteristic of

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A)   emotional intelligence.
B)   the g factor.
C)   savant syndrome.
D)   practical intelligence.

Question 20

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

A)   g factor.
B)   practical intelligence.
C)   emotional intelligence.
D)   savant syndrome.

Exam 28: Forgetting, Memory Construction, and Applying Memory Principles to Your Own Education

L.L.Thurstone believed that there is (are)

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Robert Sternberg distinguished among analytical,practical,and ________ intelligence.

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Gardner's argument for multiple intelligences receives support from the

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

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Compared with Gardner,Sternberg has identified ________ independent dimensions of intelligence,and his forms of intelligence have been ________ reliably measured.

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Stacey has been dancing since she was 4 years old and is extremely good at it.In fact,she is so good that she far surpasses other students who have been taking dance classes for the same period of time.Gardner would say that Stacey demonstrates ________ intelligence.

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Gardner's concept of bodily-kinesthetic intelligence is most likely to be criticized for

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Those who emphasize the importance of the g factor would be most likely to encourage

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Twenty-five-year-old Alex has an intellectual disability and can neither read nor write.However,after hearing lengthy,unfamiliar,and complex musical selections just once,he can reproduce them precisely on the piano.It is likely that Alex is

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Geneva is the mayor of a small city.When a serious flood struck the city,she allocated people,financial resources,and temporary housing to help those whose homes were damaged by the flood.According to Sternberg,Geneva is demonstrating ________ intelligence.

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Which of the following is NOT an ability associated with emotional intelligence?

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Spearman's g factor refers to

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Academic problem solving is an example of which type of intelligence,according to Sternberg?

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An important aspect of social intelligence is called

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Which of the following is NOT an aspect of what is commonly called intelligence?

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Chandra is very athletic and is able to quickly master new and complex dance routines.Howard Gardner would be most likely to suggest that Chandra demonstrates a high level of

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In very stressful or embarrassing situations,Sanura is able to maintain her poise and help others to feel comfortable.Sanura's ability best illustrates the value of

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Emotional intelligence is a critical component of

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The ability to delay immediate pleasures in pursuit of long-range rewards is most clearly a characteristic of

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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

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