Individuals Can Show Clear Aptitudes for Art or Computer Programming

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Multiple Choice

Individuals can show clear aptitudes for art or computer programming but perform poorly on IQ tests​.Autistic savants show extreme intellectual strengths and weaknesses.Such observations have convinced many psychologists that it is time to

• A) define intelligence as a g-factor (general ability).
• B) ​develop a narrow, specific definition of intelligence.
• C) ​develop broader definitions of intelligence that predict real-world success.
• D) ​develop a definition of intelligence that predicts the likelihood of success in school.

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Definitions:

Normal Aging

The natural process of bodily changes that occur as people grow older, not necessarily including disease or disability.

Older Adults

Individuals typically defined as being in the late adult stage of life, often considered to be ages 65 and older.

Theories

Systematic ideational structures that are intended to explain phenomena.

Speech and Language Difficulties

Impairments related to producing and understanding speech or language, affecting communication capabilities.