Which of the Following Is Representative of Sir Francis Galton's

question 135

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is representative of Sir Francis Galton's perspective on intelligence?

• A) Galton believed that intelligence was determined 50% by environment and 50% by genes.
• B) Galton placed a lot of stock in heredity and believed that genes significantly influenced intelligence.
• C) Galton was an environmentalist and believed that social factors significantly influenced intelligence.
• D) Galton believed that intelligence was a trait that changed significantly over time.

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Definitions:

Projection

A defense mechanism where an individual attributes their own undesired feelings, thoughts, or impulses onto someone else.

Perception

The process by which individuals organize and interpret their sensory impressions to give meaning to their environment.

Self-Efficacy

An individual’s belief in their own capability to execute behaviors necessary to produce specific performance attainments.

Attribution Theory

A theory focused on how people interpret and understand their own behavior and the behavior of others by attributing causes to actions.