A Criticism of "G" Is That It

question 97

Multiple Choice

A criticism of "g" is that it:

• A) may not apply to many Asian and African cultures
• B) is a poor predictor of academic performance
• C) cannot be transformed into an objective score
• D) does not focus on cognitive abilities

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Definitions:

Classical Conditioning

A conditioning method where the continuous association of two stimuli results in a response initially provoked by the second stimulus becoming evoked by the sole presentation of the first stimulus.

Ivan Pavlov

A Russian physiologist best known for his work in classical conditioning, demonstrating the learning process through the Pavlov's dogs experiment.

Operant Conditioning

A learning process in which the strength of a behavior is modified by reinforcement or punishment.

Classical Conditioning

A learning process that occurs when two stimuli are repeatedly paired: a response that is at first elicited by the second stimulus is eventually elicited by the first stimulus alone.