AP Psych - Mod 37: Intro to Intelligence

intelligence

the ability to learn from experience, solve problems, and use knowledge to adapt to new situations

general intelligence

according to Spearman, underlies all mental abilities

measure by every task on an intelligence test

factor analysis

statistical procedure that identifies clusters of related items on a test

savant syndrome

a condition where a person with limited mental ability still has an expectional skill (ex. drawing)

grit

passion and perseverance in the pursuit of long term goals

emotional intelligence

ability to perceive, understand, manage, and use emotions