Critics Question Whether Emotional Intelligence Is a Type of Intelligence

question 162

Multiple Choice

Critics question whether emotional intelligence is a type of intelligence as opposed to emotional competence as they argue it is not a mental ability. Proponents of emotional intelligence counter that

• A)the ability to reflect on emotions is a mental ability
• B)emotional intelligence is adaptive and therefore should be considered a form of intelligence
• C)emotional intelligence is both a mental ability and adaptive
• D)emotional intelligence is an innate skill and therefore should be considered a form of intelligence

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