Spearman Inferred the Existence of a "G" Factor in Intelligence

question 155

Multiple Choice

Spearman inferred the existence of a "g" factor in intelligence because of his evidence that, on the average,

• A) people who live in prosperous countries do better on IQ tests than those in poorer and less educated countries.
• B) each generation of people scores higher on IQ tests than the last generation.
• C) people who do well on a test of one ability also do well on tests of other abilities.
• D) high-IQ parents tend to have high-IQ children.

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Definitions:

Self-Concept

An individual's understanding of the self, comprising thoughts and feelings about personal abilities, appearance, and behavior.

Ethnocentrism

The belief in the inherent superiority of one's own ethnic group or culture, often accompanied by a disregard for other cultures.

Groupthink

A phenomenon within groups where the desire for harmony or conformity results in an irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcome.

Prejudice

A preconceived opinion or judgment about someone or something that is not based on reason or actual experience, often manifesting as bias or discrimination.