Practice Unitary Theory (1.3.1.1) - Chapter 1: Intelligence and Ability

Practice: Unitary Theory

Lesson 1.3.1.1Intelligence and Ability

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Question 1.
What does the Unitary Theory of intelligence propose?
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Think about how this theory views abilities.
Question 2.
Who supported the Unitary Theory?
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Recall an early psychologist related to this theory.
3Question 3.
What is the main premise of the Unitary Theory?
- Intelligence is genetic
- Intelligence is a single ability
- Intelligence varies greatly among individuals
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Recall how this theory argues about cognitive abilities.
4Question 4.
True or False: The Unitary Theory is supported by Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences.
- True
- False
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Think about how Gardner's view differs from the single intelligence concept.
Question 5.
Analyze how the Unitary Theory could shape societal views about intelligence. What implications might this have for education and employment?
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Consider the effects of generalizations in society.
Question 6.
Critique the effectiveness of using IQ as a measurement of intelligence. How does it align or conflict with the multifactor approach?
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Think about the implications of testing only one aspect of intelligence.

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