Imagine That the Average 6-Year-Old Can Complete a Particular Block

question 23

Multiple Choice

Imagine that the average 6-year-old can complete a particular block design puzzle in 5 minutes. It takes Bailey, who is 6 years old, 8 minutes to complete the task. In Binet's terms, Bailey's ________ age is ________ than 6; his IQ is thus ________ than 100.

• A)chronological; higher; greater
• B)chronological; lower; less
• C)mental; higher; greater
• D)mental; lower; less

---

Definitions:

Social Comparison

Social Comparison is the process by which individuals evaluate their own abilities, qualities, and situations against those of others to form judgments about themselves.

Job Characteristics Model

A theory that proposes that the nature of an individual’s job or the characteristics of the work can influence their motivation, satisfaction, and performance.

Kelly's Covariation Model

A theory that explains how people attribute causes to events based on the consistency, distinctiveness, and consensus of the information available.

Internal Factors

Elements within an individual or organization that influence behavior, decisions, and outcomes, such as personal skills or organizational culture.