The Goals of Psychology Are to

question 644

Multiple Choice

The goals of psychology are to

• A)develop effective methods of psychotherapy and cure mental illness.
• B)describe, understand, predict, and control behavior.
• C)research, infer, summarize, and publish.
• D)compare, analyze, and control human behavior.

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Definitions:

Sternberg

Refers to Robert Sternberg, an American psychologist best known for his theory on intelligence and creativity.

Fluid Intelligence

The ability to think abstractly, reason, identify patterns, and solve novel problems.

Crystallized Intelligence

The ability to use learned knowledge and experience, often increasing with age, in contrast to fluid intelligence.

Triarchic Theory

Robert Sternberg's theory of intelligence, which includes analytical, creative, and practical components.