Compare and contrast the theories of intelligence proposed by Charles Spearman and Louis Thurstone.

What will be an ideal response?


Spearman emphasized “g” or a general intelligence, suggesting that intelligence is a singular, global, overall ability. Thurstone opposed Spearman’s theory, suggesting that intelligence should not be understood as a single, unified ability but as numerous distinct abilities that had little relationship to each other.

Psychology

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Psychology

Following a natural disaster, interviewers seek out "typical" victims to ask them about their experiences. In doing so, they are seeking a(n) ____ sample

a. convenience b. purposive c. modal instance d. expert

Psychology

Define positive reinforcement and negative reinforcement as well as providing an example for each

What will be an ideal response?

Psychology

Lesions of the _________ usually produce rage and attack behaviors.

A. hippocampus B. amygdala C. septal area D. thalamus

Psychology