According to John Horn who focused on mental abilities across the life span, neurological loss associated with aging is most damaging to which type of intelligence?
a. Crystallized intelligence b. Word fluency
c. Fluid intelligence
d. Reading comprehension
Question 2The ability to organize information in order to generate new hypotheses is considered
a. crystallized intelligence.
b. fluid intelligence.
c. behavioral slowing. d. swan song.
Question 3Marco has worked extensively as a dog handler for many years. He is well known for his ability to understand dogs. Recently he decided on a trip to a ranch with horses, Marco was able to apply his knowledge and experiences of working with dogs to the horses. This is considered an example of
a. postformal reasoning.
b. fluid intelligence.
c. crystallized intelligence.
d. episodic memory.
Question 4Crystallized intelligence is considered the ability to
a. apply knowledge accumulated through prior experiences in new situations. b. impose organization on information and generate new hypotheses.
c. anticipate the consequences of one's actions.
d. nurture and guide those less experienced than oneself.
Question 5Men are the fastest growing group of new employees.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 6Jeremy is faced with a dilemma about how to find a more efficient way to manage his business. His secretary, who has been working for him for a long time, is making many errors and missing days of work due to family illness. He thinks he should fire her, but she knows a lot about his business and has been a loyal employee. He is trying to find a solution that combines logic, compassion, and practicality. What kind of cognitive capacity does he need?
a. Postformal reasoning
b. Crystallized intelligence c. Short-term memory
d. Concrete operational thought
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