Sternberg's notion of successful intelligence is based on the idea that
A. intelligence can be measured in dollars and cents.
B. a country's wealth is directly proportional to the IQ of its citizens.
C. achieving success in any culture requires certain skills and abilities.
D. successand intelligenceare uniquely defined by each individual.
Answer: C. achieving success in any culture requires certain skills and abilities.
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