Alan Performs Well on Most Academic and Learning Tasks,but He

question 11

Multiple Choice

Alan performs well on most academic and learning tasks,but he has some difficulty on a test involving memorization of numbers.Spearman's explanation for Alan's test scores is expressed best by the statement that Alan

• A)has a high g factor but has problems with specific abilities.
• B)has good specific abilities but lacks a strong g factor.
• C)is skilled in learning but unskilled in memory.
• D)lacks the general intellectual capacity to perform math well.

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Definitions:

Dissociative Amnesia

A psychological condition characterized by temporary amnesia for personal information, beyond the ordinary forgetfulness.

Delusions of Grandeur

False beliefs about one's own importance, power, or talents, often occurring in psychiatric conditions like schizophrenia.

Bipolar Disorder

A disorder in which the mood alternates between two extreme poles (elation and depression); also referred to as manic depression.

Mood Disorders

A category of mental health disorders characterized by persistent changes in mood, encompassing major depression and bipolar disorder.