Asked by Gaggan Deep Chhabra on Jul 03, 2024
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Binet and Simon designed a test of intellectual abilities in order to
A) provide a quantitative estimate of inherited intellectual potential.
B) distinguish between academic and practical intelligence.
C) identify children likely to have difficulty learning in regular school classes.
D) assess general capacity for goal-directed adaptive behavior.
Intellectual Abilities
The capacity to perform mental activities involving reasoning, problem-solving, and abstract thinking.
Goal-Directed Adaptive Behavior
Behavior that is focused on achieving a specific outcome or goal, showing flexibility and adjustment to changes.
- Comprehend different outlooks on the identification and evaluation of intelligence.
- Recognize the necessity for standardization and reliability in the execution of psychological tests.
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KS
Kanumuri SwethaJul 03, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Binet and Simon designed their test in order to identify children likely to have difficulty learning in regular school classes. They intended the test to assist in identifying children who needed extra help and to provide a more individualized education. The other answer choices are not the main goals of the Binet-Simon test.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend different outlooks on the identification and evaluation of intelligence.
- Recognize the necessity for standardization and reliability in the execution of psychological tests.