Which of the following correctly completes this analogy: Fluid intelligence is to crystallized intelligence as __________ is to ________
a) information processing capability; information learned through experience
b) nurture; nature
c) a vocabulary test; a syllogistic reasoning test
d) preserved with age; declines with age
ANS: A, Fluid intelligence refers to abstract reasoning ability independent of past experience. It is grounded in brain biology and declines beginning in middle adulthood.
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A. movements performed as a function of large muscle groups B. movements performed as a function of small muscle groups C. unusual, grotesque movements of early childhood D. unusual, grotesque movements of prenatal life
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A) zygote B) blastocyst C) embryo D) fetus
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a. 7th c. 9th b. 8th d. 10th