Question 1

According to the dual-component model, adulthood is predominantly concerned with the growth of

Accepted Answer

A)  fluid intelligence. 
B)  crystallized intelligence. 
C)  intercohort similarity. 
D)  multidiversity trends. 
A)  fluid intelligence. 
B)  crystallized intelligence. 
C)  intercohort similarity. 
D)  multidiversity trends.

Question 2

An individual's innate abilities independent of acquired knowledge and experience constitute

Accepted Answer

A)  fluid intelligence. 
B)  crystallized intelligence. 
C)  primary intelligence. 
D)  tertiary intelligence. 
A)  fluid intelligence. 
B)  crystallized intelligence. 
C)  primary intelligence. 
D)  tertiary intelligence.

Question 3

In the dual-component model, the phrase cognition as basic processes is used to discuss the first cognitive process, which concerns developmental changes in basic information-processing and problem-solving abilities.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

According to Piaget, what is responsible for cognitive development?

Accepted Answer

A)  Changes in cognitive structures 
B)  Changes in function 
C)  Changes in assimilation processes 
D)  Changes in behavior 
A)  Changes in cognitive structures 
B)  Changes in function 
C)  Changes in assimilation processes 
D)  Changes in behavior

Question 5

Fluid intelligence can improve after direct training.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Your boss at work is known as a one-solution-fits-all problems type manager. This approach to problem solving is most characteristics of

Accepted Answer

A)  younger adults. 
B)  older adults. 
C)  concrete operational thinkers. 
D)  individuals experiencing terminal decline. 
A)  younger adults. 
B)  older adults. 
C)  concrete operational thinkers. 
D)  individuals experiencing terminal decline.

Question 7

The fact that younger generations generally do better on primary mental abilities than older generations is an example of

Accepted Answer

A)  a cohort effect. 
B)  changes in the information-processing system. 
C)  better health care improving mental functioning. 
D)  All of these. 
A)  a cohort effect. 
B)  changes in the information-processing system. 
C)  better health care improving mental functioning. 
D)  All of these.

Question 8

Knowing all the names of each president and vice president of the United States of America draws on which intelligence?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fluid intelligence 
B)  Crystallized intelligence 
C)  Primary intelligence 
D)  Tertiary intelligence 
A)  Fluid intelligence 
B)  Crystallized intelligence 
C)  Primary intelligence 
D)  Tertiary intelligence

Question 9

Third-order relations between secondary mental abilities are the highest level of the hierarchy of skills regarding the structure of intelligence.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Post-formal thought is characterized by all of the following except

Accepted Answer

A)  the correct answer varies from situation to situation. 
B)  there is only one correct answer. 
C)  emotion and subjective factors usually play a role in thinking. 
D)  the recognition that the solutions must be realistic. 
A)  the correct answer varies from situation to situation. 
B)  there is only one correct answer. 
C)  emotion and subjective factors usually play a role in thinking. 
D)  the recognition that the solutions must be realistic.

According to the dual-component model, adulthood is predominantly concerned with the growth of

An individual's innate abilities independent of acquired knowledge and experience constitute

In the dual-component model, the phrase cognition as basic processes is used to discuss the first cognitive process, which concerns developmental changes in basic information-processing and problem-solving abilities.

According to Piaget, what is responsible for cognitive development?

Fluid intelligence can improve after direct training.

Your boss at work is known as a one-solution-fits-all problems type manager. This approach to problem solving is most characteristics of

The fact that younger generations generally do better on primary mental abilities than older generations is an example of

Knowing all the names of each president and vice president of the United States of America draws on which intelligence?

Third-order relations between secondary mental abilities are the highest level of the hierarchy of skills regarding the structure of intelligence.

Post-formal thought is characterized by all of the following except

Studying Adult Development and Aging

Neuroscience As a Basis for Adult Development

Physical Changes

Longevity, Health, and Functioning

Where People Live: Person-Environment Interactions

Attention and Memory

Social Cognition

Personality

Clinical Assessment, Mental Health, and Mental Disorders

Relationships

Work, Leisure, and Retirement

Dying and Bereavement

Healthy Aging

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Exam 7: Intelligence, Reasoning, Creativity, and Wisdom

According to the dual-component model, adulthood is predominantly concerned with the growth of

An individual's innate abilities independent of acquired knowledge and experience constitute

In the dual-component model, the phrase cognition as basic processes is used to discuss the first cognitive process, which concerns developmental changes in basic information-processing and problem-solving abilities.

According to Piaget, what is responsible for cognitive development?

Fluid intelligence can improve after direct training.

Your boss at work is known as a one-solution-fits-all problems type manager. This approach to problem solving is most characteristics of

The fact that younger generations generally do better on primary mental abilities than older generations is an example of

Knowing all the names of each president and vice president of the United States of America draws on which intelligence?

Third-order relations between secondary mental abilities are the highest level of the hierarchy of skills regarding the structure of intelligence.

Post-formal thought is characterized by all of the following except

Studying Adult Development and Aging

Neuroscience As a Basis for Adult Development

Physical Changes

Longevity, Health, and Functioning

Where People Live: Person-Environment Interactions

Attention and Memory

Social Cognition

Personality

Clinical Assessment, Mental Health, and Mental Disorders

Relationships

Work, Leisure, and Retirement

Dying and Bereavement

Healthy Aging

Filters