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Chapter 9: Intelligence and Intelligence Assessment Textbook Quiz for PSYC 1020

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Chapter 9: Intelligence and Intelligence Assessment

Chapter 9: Intelligence and Intelligence Assessment

Question 1 of 14

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Which of these was not one of the ideas Sir Francis Galton formulated about intelligence assessment?

Select one of the following:

  • Differences in intelligence are quantifiable.

  • Intelligence can be measured by objective tests.

  • Intelligence scores follow a bell-shaped curve.

  • Intelligence scores change over the life span.

Explanation

Question 2 of 14

1

When Poindexter took IQ tests on the Internet, he took four tests at the same site and obtained scores of 116, 117, 129, and 130. Given these scores, you conclude that IQ tests are

Select one of the following:

  • Neither reliable nor valid.

  • Both reliable and valid.

  • Reliable but not valid.

  • Valid but not reliable.

Explanation

Question 3 of 14

1

Martin filled out a test to measure his happiness. He got a score of 72. To interpret that score, Martin need to consult the __________ the test.

Select one of the following:

  • Test-retest reliability

  • Norms for

  • Standardization of

  • Criterion-related validity of

Explanation

Question 4 of 14

1

Debrah is 10 years old, but she has a mental age of 12. Using the original method for calculating IQ, you conclude that Deborah has an IQ of

Select one of the following:

  • 90.

  • 100.

  • 150.

  • 120.

Explanation

Question 5 of 14

1

Which cause of intellectual disability is easiest to treat?

Select one of the following:

  • Down syndrom

  • PKU

  • The mother's prenatal consumption of alcohol

  • The mother's prenatal consumption of cocaine

Explanation

Question 6 of 14

1

Which of these qualities is not part of the "three-ring" conception of giftedness?

Select one of the following:

  • Creativity

  • Mathematical genius

  • Task commitment

  • High ability

Explanation

Question 7 of 14

1

At age 9, Don and Betty both had their IQs tested. Don scored 103 and Betty scored 118. Based on just that information you predict that

Select one of the following:

  • Betty will live 15 years longer than Don.

  • Don is likely to live longer than Betty.

  • Betty is likely to live longer than Don.

  • Don and Betty are likely to live roughly the same number of years.

Explanation

Question 8 of 14

1

__________ intelligence is defined as the knowledge a person has already acquired.

Select one of the following:

  • Crystallized

  • Analytical

  • Fluid

  • Creative

Explanation

Question 9 of 14

1

Felix is applying for chef school. He takes an entrance exam that poses a series of questions on food preparation. This sounds most like a test of __________ intelligence.

Select one of the following:

  • Fluid

  • Analytic

  • Practical

  • Creative

Explanation

Question 10 of 14

1

Julian is rarely aware when the people around him are upset. You suspect that Julian is not very high on __________ intelligence.

Select one of the following:

  • Naturalist

  • Emotional

  • Spatial

  • Bodily kinesthetic

Explanation

Question 11 of 14

1

Goneril and Regan are sisters. You would expect them to have the most similar IQs of they

Select one of the following:

  • Are identical twins.

  • Are fraternal twins.

  • Grew up in the same home.

  • Were adopted before age 2.

Explanation

Question 12 of 14

1

Studies of the impact of socioeconomic status (SES) on mental ability suggest that

Select one of the following:

  • SES only has an impact on IQ score for particular racial groups.

  • SES has no overall impact on mental ability.

  • Individuals with lower SES do not benefit from preschool programs.

  • Individuals with higher SES generally demonstrate more mental ability.

Explanation

Question 13 of 14

1

Stereotype threat has an impact on people's test performance when they believe that

Select one of the following:

  • The stereotype is widespread in a culture.

  • The testing situation is unfair to certain ethnic groups.

  • The testing situation is relevant to the stereotype.

  • Stereotypes change over time.

Explanation

Question 14 of 14

1

When Cyrus was 12, he was told he was a genius. As an adult, he never feels as if he is living up to his potential. This is a good example of circumstances in which assessment has

Select one of the following:

  • Generated an incorrect outcome.

  • Yielded a label that has personal implications.

  • Shaped the educational experiences of an individual.

  • Has negative consequences for Cyrus's group.

Explanation

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