Gardner Has Argued Against a General Factor as the Determinate

question 44

Multiple Choice

Gardner has argued against a general factor as the determinate of intelligence.Which of the following statements BEST supports his argument?

• A) The stability of IQ scores gradually decreases with age.
• B) IQ scores can change dramatically,dependent on environment.
• C) In brain-damaged individuals,some intellectual abilities are lost,but some remain fully intact.
• D) Individuals who have poor math skills tend to also do poorly in other areas.

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Definitions:

Normal People

Typically refers to individuals or groups displaying common, average behavioral or psychological traits within a society.

Mental Institution

A facility for the treatment, care, and rehabilitation of individuals with mental health issues or disorders.

Charles E. Spearman

Known for his work in statistics and psychology, particularly for formulating the concept of Spearman's rank correlation coefficient and the theory of general intelligence (g factor).

Formal Training

Formal training refers to a structured program designed to educate individuals in a particular field or job, often leading to certification or a degree.