The Research Relating Working Memory to Intelligence Has Shown That

question 62

Multiple Choice

The research relating working memory to intelligence has shown that:

• A) speed of processing is an important determinant of one's score on an intelligence test.
• B) general intelligence is associated with a strong working memory.
• C) people with low scores on working memory tests tend to achieve high verbal SAT scores.
• D) the ability to use the phonological loop is an important determinant of intelligence level.

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Definitions:

One-tailed Test

A statistical hypothesis test in which the region of rejection is on only one side of the sampling distribution.

α

Symbol often used to represent the level of significance in hypothesis testing, typically denoting the probability of making a Type I error.

Null Hypothesis

A statement or hypothesis that assumes there is no significant difference or effect, serving as the basis for statistical testing.

Level of Significance

The threshold chosen for determining whether a statistical result is significant in hypothesis testing, typically set at values like 0.05, 0.01, etc.