Ap Psychology Intelligence

General Intelligence (G)

A general ability underlying all mental abilities

Multiple ability Theories

Theories Viewing intelligence as several distinct abilities

Intelligence

Ability to learn from experience, solve problems, and adapt

IQ (Intelligence Quotient)

A score comparing mental ability with others of the same age

Standardized test

A test given and scored using the same procedures for everyone

Valid

Measures or predicts what is supposed to measure or predict

Construct Validity

The extent to which a test measures the trait or concept it is intended to measure

Predictive Validity

The Extent to which a test accurately predicts future performance

Reliable

Procedures consistent results

Test-retake

Measures Reliability by giving the same test to the same person at different times

Split-half

Measures Reliability by comparing scores from two halves of the same test

Flynn effect

The tendency for the average intelligence test scores to increase over time

achievement Test

test’s that measure what a person has already learned

Aptitude test

To predict a persons future performance or ability

Fixed mindset

The belief that intelligence and abilities cannot be significantly changed

Growth Mindset

The belief that Intelligence and abilities can develop through effort, learning,and experience