Researchers Who Are Affiliated with the Cognitive Psychology Approach to Intelligence

question 69

Multiple Choice

Researchers who are affiliated with the cognitive psychology approach to intelligence:

• A)argue that intelligence is determined by what intelligence tests measure.
• B)study the specific thought processes that underlie mental abilities.
• C)want to determine how many different kinds of mental abilities underlie test performance.
• D)are interested in studying the basic structure of the intellect.

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Definitions:

Endocrine Glands

Glands of the endocrine system that release hormones directly into the blood to regulate body functions.

Synaptic Vesicles

Small sac-like structures in neurons that store neurotransmitters, which are chemicals responsible for transmitting messages across synapses.

Thyroid

A gland located in the neck region that produces hormones regulating growth, development, metabolism, and body temperature.

Adrenal Glands

Endocrine glands located on top of each kidney that secrete more than 30 different hormones to deal with stress, regulate salt intake, and provide a secondary source of sex hormones affecting the sexual changes that occur during adolescence.