In His Theory of Multiple Intelligences, Howard Gardner Argued for Their

question 177

Multiple Choice

In his theory of multiple intelligences, Howard Gardner argued for their distinctiveness based on all these qualities EXCEPT

• A)abilities tend to remain stable over long intervals.
• B)brain injuries tend to affect particular intelligences.
• C)abilities follow their own developmental timetables.
• D)savants are strong in one ability but weak in others.

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Definitions:

Agreeableness

A personality trait that reflects a person's tendency towards kindness, empathy, and cooperation versus antagonism.

Personality Inventory

A questionnaire or assessment tool used to evaluate and measure various aspects of an individual's personality traits and characteristics.

DSM-5

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, a handbook used by healthcare professionals as the authoritative guide to the diagnosis of mental disorders.

Big Five Traits

Refers to the five main facets of human personality, including openness to experience, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and emotional stability.