Describe two explanations for the g factor in intelligence

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The g factor refers to the observation that people who do well on a test of one cognitive ability generally do well on other types of cognitive tests also. One explanation is that all cognitive tests measure (in part) a single underlying ability, such as working memory. Another explanation is that we have many cognitive abilities, but the factors (such as health and nutrition) that promote good development of any one ability also promote the development of the other abilities.

Psychology

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The measurement and analysis of the effects an environment has on the behavior and perceptions of people within that environment is called a(n) __________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Psychology

In a study on a prevention program designed to reduce dating abuse, investigators measured several factors known to influence the odds that teens are abused while dating. One of these factors is

a. inflated self-esteem b. a traditional family structure c. interpersonal conflict resolution skills d. early academic success

Psychology

The feature comparison approach argues that people use their ______ abilities rather than a ______ to compare two concepts.

A. reasoning; knowledge network B. classification; hierarchy C. categorization; series of steps D. emotional; mental template

Psychology

Side effects of the newer sleep medications, such as Ambien and Lunesta, include all of the following EXCEPT for which?

a. amnesia and impaired judgment. b. depression, increased appetite, and decreased sex drive. c. sleepwalking and rebound insomnia. d. sleep apnea and restless legs.

Psychology