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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is intelligence? | The ability to learn, reason, and solve problems. |
| What was the Binet and Simon’s First Intelligence Test? | Measured “natural intelligence” to place kids in school levels. Tested memory, reasoning, and problem-solving. |
| What is the ratio IQ? | (mental age ÷ actual age) × 100 → used for children. |
| What is the deviation IQ? | compares your score to others your age → used for adults. |
| What is the Correlation Between IQ and Real-World Outcomes? | Higher IQ tends to link with better grades, jobs, health, and income — but not guaranteed for individuals. |
| What are the theories of intelligence? | Two-factor (Spearman), Primary Mental Abilities (Thurstone), Three- Level Hierarchy |
| What is the two-factor (spearman) ? | general ability (g) + specific skills (s) |
| What is the Primary Mental Abilities (Thurstone)? | 7 key skills (word fluency, verbal, math, spatial, memory, etc.). |
| What is the Three-Level Hierarchy? | combines both — general, group, and specific levels. |
| What is fluid intelligence? | ability to solve new problems (peaks early, declines with age). |
| What is crystalized intelligence? | knowledge gained from experience (grows over life). |
| What is emotional intelligence? | Knowing and managing your emotions, understanding others’, and using emotion in thinking. |
| What are Sternberg's 3 types of intelligence? | Analytical, practical, creative |
| What is analytical intelligence? | book smarts. |
| What is practical intelligence? | street smarts. |
| What is creative intelligence? | problem-solving and imagination. |
| What is Heritability of Intelligence? | IQ is influenced by both genes and environment. Twin studies show monozygotic twins’ IQs are more alike than dizygotic twins. |