A Fallacy of Composition Involves Assuming That

question 106

Multiple Choice

A fallacy of composition involves assuming that:

• A)you can determine the composition of a complex product just by examining its exterior properties.
• B)consumer durable goods today do not last as long as they did a generation ago.
• C)any mistakes made in producing a product using an assembly line technique will lead to a compounding of errors as the product moves down the line.
• D)what is true for any individual component in a group is true for the group as a whole.
• E)what was true when a person was younger will still be true today.

Explore the relationship between intelligence and creativity, including Sternberg’s Triarchic theory.

Recognize the significance of test consistency, reliability, and validity in psychological testing.

Understand the impact of gender and cultural differences on intelligence assessment.

Comprehend the applications and implications of intelligence testing for special populations.

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Definitions:

Procedural Self

An aspect of self-concept based on patterns of behavior that are integrated into a coherent self-identity through repeated actions and experiences.

Conscious

The state of being awake and aware of one's surroundings, thoughts, and experiences.

Unconscious

A part of the mind that contains thoughts, memories, and desires that are not within current conscious awareness but can influence behaviors and emotions.

Relational Self-schema

An organized set of beliefs and feelings about oneself in relation to others, influencing interpersonal interactions.