2.5 Theories of Intelligence

Question 1

Two factor theory

Answer 1

Spearman’s theory where people are either “g” or “s” in a subject. G is general, and you’re one of the masses. S is specific, and you’re a boss.

Question 2

Thurstone theorizing

Answer 2

there is no G. There are 7 primary mental abilities (Ss).

Question 3

Guilford the Goof

Answer 3

150 seperate mental abilities. Not much past that.

Question 4

The Crystals of Cattel

Answer 4

Fluid intelligence is the consistent intelligence you’re born with. Crystalized is the stuff you grow over life.

Question 5

Sternberg’s Social Skillz

Answer 5

Analytical/academic: standard school subjects. Creative: insight/creativity. Practical: buisness/politics/social skillz/ taking over the world.

Question 6

Wechsler’s Winning Solution

Answer 6

IQ Test. WAIS IV. 11 subtests, each measures different skills. Combine to make IQ score, average is 100. Standard deviation is 15.