An Explanation Is an Answer to a __________ Question

question 42

Multiple Choice

An explanation is an answer to a __________ question.

• A) "why"
• B) "what"
• C) "who"
• D) "where"

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Definitions:

Experiential Intelligence

A component of Robert Sternberg's triarchic theory of intelligence, focusing on the ability to apply past experiences and learning in practical, everyday situations.

Componential Intelligence

one aspect of Sternberg's Triarchic Theory of Intelligence, focusing on the analytical skills such as problem-solving, logical reasoning, and the ability to analyze.

Sternberg's Triarchic Theory

A theory of intelligence proposing that human intelligence can be divided into three components: analytical, creative, and practical.

Contextual Intelligence

The ability to understand the limits of our knowledge and to adapt that knowledge to an environment different from the one in which it was developed.