One difference between the theories put forth by Spearman and Thurstone to explain observed correlations in intellectual testing is that
a) Spearman emphasized the importance of a general factor, while Thurstone emphasized the importance of broad group factors.
b) Spearman emphasized the importance of specific factors, while Thurstone emphasized the importance of a general factor.
Discuss the influence that definitions and theories have on the structure and content of intelligence tests
c) Spearman believed there were both general and specific factors of intelligence, while Thurstone did not acknowledge the importance of the general factor.
Discuss the influence that definitions and theories have on the structure and content of intelligence tests
d) Spearman did not believe in the existence of specific factors, while Thurstone believed there were both general and specific factors.
Discuss the influence that definitions and theories have on the structure and content of intelligence tests
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