Multiple Choice
Dr. Nguyen believes that intelligence consists of multiple, specialized abilities. Which pattern of correlation coefficients might she expect when she examines scores on an intelligence test containing verbal, numerical, and spatial subtests?
A) a correlation of .65 between verbal and numerical scores, a correlation of .25 between numerical and spatial scores, and a correlation of .70 between verbal and spatial scores
B) a correlation of .75 between verbal and numerical scores, a correlation of .80 between numerical and spatial scores, and a correlation of .70 between verbal and spatial scores
C) a correlation of .15 between verbal and numerical scores, a correlation of .75 between numerical and spatial scores, and a correlation of .10 between verbal and spatial scores
D) a correlation of .15 between verbal and numerical scores, a correlation of .13 between numerical and spatial scores, and a correlation of .10 between verbal and spatial scores
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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