Binet and Simon Believed That

question 77

Multiple Choice

Binet and Simon believed that

• A) sensory and motor responses are the best indicators of intelligence.
• B) social competence is an important component of intelligence.
• C) mental functions involving judgment, comprehension, and reasoning are what should be measured on intelligence tests.
• D) intelligence could not be improved with special programs of mental orthopedics.

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Definitions:

Hyperactive

Hyperactive describes a condition of having more energy and movement than is normal or desirable, often associated with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Hyper-

A prefix meaning above or excessive, used to describe conditions of overactivity or elevated levels (e.g., hypertension).

Dys-

A prefix in medical terms indicative of abnormal, difficult, or painful conditions.

Diagnosis

The identification of the nature of an illness or other problem by examination of the symptoms.