Exam 8: Thinking and Intelligence

While moving into a new apartment,Cole needed to hold the door open but he did not have a doorstop.Instead,he used his heavy potted plant to prop open the door.Cole solved this problem by

Which of the following questions best summarizes the current approach to the role of nature and nurture in intelligence?

A man is skiing skillfully down a mountain.This man would most likely score high on bodily kinesthetic intelligence,according to the ________ theory.

When we encounter a difficult problem,thinking about the problem in a new way can help solve it.This technique is known as

A) Explain the paradox of choice. B) According to the research findings,who would you expect to sell more chocolate: a small store with only a few chocolates from which to choose or a large store with a large variety of chocolates from which to choose? Why (explain your answer)?

A) Define stereotype threat. B) Describe two ways in which stereotype threat can influence performance.

Which of the following best describes problem solving?

A) How can cultural bias influence intelligence test scores? B) Describe the kinds of tests (or give the name)that show the least amount of cultural bias.

When you write out a list of directions to find your way to a restaurant,you are writing words that do not physically resemble the locations of the streets.Because of this you are using a(n)________ representation.

Joe has an incredible ability to memorize whatever he reads in a book,and also can recite all the cities in the United States alphabetically.However,he has difficulty doing simple tasks like taking the bus.Joe most likely

Using algorithms in decision making has the advantage of ________ and the disadvantage of ________.

The final exam for your psychology class is a(n)________ test.

Gillian bought one set of tools because that brand offered a $10 rebate.The tool company influenced her decision by presenting the information about the rebates.This is a strategy known as

Bob believes that the Seahawks will win the Super Bowl this year.To see whether you agree with Bob,you read a variety of online reviews about the Seahawks and their opponents and compare the statistics for each team.To determine whether Bob's conclusion is reasonable,you are engaging in

You get to your car and realize you have lost your keys.So you think of the last time you saw your keys and retrace your steps from that point.You are using the problem-solving technique of ________ to help find your keys.

Sue is a great math student.According to multiple intelligences theory,Sue's linguistic intelligence should be ________ her mathematical/logical intelligence.

The idea that one single intelligence factor contributes to performance on all intellectual tasks is known as the ________ intelligence theory.

Kevin wants to be a doctor but right now he is an English major.Kevin is trying to find out how to change majors to one that will allow him to reach his goal.Kevin is engaging in

After struggling to solve a physics problem,you take a break for lunch.When you go back to work on the problem,the solution suddenly pops into your head.In this case you used ________ to solve the problem.

When solving a problem using insight,the solution is reached