David Wechsler designed the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS) in order to produce:

a. a componential IQ score, an experiential IQ score, and a contextual IQ score.
b. a general IQ score and also separate scores for verbal comprehension, perceptual reasoning, processing speed, and working memory.
c. a measure of a child's mental age.
d. a culture-free IQ score and a general knowledge IQ score.


Answer: b

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