Chapter 9

Question 1

Define intelligence and consider the implications of that definition.

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Question 2

Contrast g and multiple intelligences perspectives, including claims, research evidence, and uses.

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Question 3

Discuss the importance of defining intelligence carefully.

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Question 4

Describe how intelligence (g) is measured.

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Question 5

Explain three ways to evaluate an intelligence test.

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Question 6

Interpret what a person’s intelligence score means numerically and practically.

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Question 7

Summarize the currently accepted explanation for group differences in intelligence test scores.

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Question 8

Describe non-genetic ways to explain group differences in intelligence test scores.

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Question 9

Distinguish within-group heritability from between-group heritability.

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Question 10

Interpret the overall pattern of results from twin and family studies to differentiate the roles of environment and genes in intelligence.

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Question 11

Interpret what a person’s intelligence score means numerically and practically.

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Question 12

Explain three ways to evaluate intelligence test and other measures.

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