Intelligence And Aptitude — Psychology STD 12 Humanities — Question
CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12 HumanitiesPsychologyIntelligence And Aptitude6 Marks
Question
Explain the term intelligence. Describe the triarchic theory of intelligence.
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Answer
InteHigence -
Wechsler defined intelligence as the global capacity of an individual to think rationally, act purposefully and to deal effectively with his\her environment. Triarchic theory of intelligence -
Robert Sternberg proposed the triarchic theory of intelligence. Sternberg views intelligence as the ability to adapt, to shape and select environment to accomplish one's goals and those of one's society and culture. According to this theory, there are three basic types of intelligence.
Componential intelligence.
Metal components.
Performance components.
Knowledge acquisition components.
Experiential intelligence.
Contextual intelligence.
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