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If you are doing a quick study check, you may be able to answer many of these questions using just a few words. To sharpen your writing skills, write a longer essay expanding on the points in your short answer.

1
Sir Francis Galton and Alfred Binet both made significant contributions to the psychological field of intelligence. What are these legacies?
2
Compare and contrast the psychometric approach and the cognitive processes approach to studying intelligence.
3
List the three psychometric standards of intelligence and explain the importance of each.
4
How do genetics and environment differ in their contributions to intelligence?
5
Do you believe intelligence tests are biased? Why or why not? If they are, what steps can be taken to avoid bias in creating future tests?
6
Your text discusses those who are considered intellectually gifted and those who are considered mentally retarded (or cognitively disabled). How are these two extremes of intelligence similar?
7
Define the "g" factor. How does it relate to daily life?







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