Costanza believes that he is a highly intelligent person because he has a "fast brain" and is always the first person to finish a test, and in addition, he is able to pay attention to many things at once and think in cognitively complex ways. Costanza's belief is most similar to which theory of intelligence??
a. ?psychometric
b. ?ecological
c. ?information-processing
d. ?multiple intelligences
ANSWER:
c
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a. continuity; change b. similarities; assumptions c. differences; assimilation d. expectancy; resignation
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A. almost always testifies for the prosecution. B. almost always testifies for the defense. C. could testify for either side. D. is hired, by the court, as an impartial expert.
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a. understanding follows technique b. technique must constantly be emphasized c. it is impossible to understand the patient's needs d. technique follows understanding