Twenty-Five-Year-Old Alex Has an Intellectual Disability and Can Neither Read

question 105

Multiple Choice

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

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

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Definitions:

Physiological Component

The aspect of a psychological process that is related to the physical functions of the body, such as brain activity, hormone levels, and nervous system responses.

Behavioural Component

Pertains to the visible behaviors or responses of a person when influenced by outside or inside forces.

Body Language

Non-verbal communication through gestures, expressions, and postures.

Facial-Feedback Hypothesis

The theory suggesting that facial expressions can influence emotional experiences.