Asked by Elena Cornejo on Jun 20, 2024
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One possible explanation for Spearman's "g" factor is that
A) most of the early IQ tests had very low reliability.
B) health and other influences that improve one ability also improve other independent abilities.
C) extra development of one ability decreases the possibility for developing other abilities.
D) different parts of the brain develop at different times, depending on different genes.
Spearman's "g" Factor
A theory proposed by Charles Spearman that suggests human intelligence is a single general cognitive ability that can be measured and quantitatively expressed.
Early IQ Tests
Early IQ tests were assessments developed to measure intellectual abilities and potential, often criticized for their cultural and socioeconomic biases.
- Scrutinize the information and arguments for and against the theory of a universal intelligence factor.
Verified Answer
JD
Julian Dubouloz-MonetJun 22, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Spearman's "g" factor suggests that intelligence is a general cognitive ability that influences performance in various intellectual areas. This may be because various cognitive abilities are interrelated and share common neural mechanisms, so that general health and other influences that improve one ability may also improve other independent abilities.
Learning Objectives
- Scrutinize the information and arguments for and against the theory of a universal intelligence factor.