PSYA02H3 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Verbal Fluency Test, Factor Analysis, Standardized Test
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Non-verbal way not assumed that someone can verbally communicate. Some languages have symbols this can influence the measuring (bias) Difference in iq found in different races: only use may be to encourage hate and racism, etc, change the way society treats people, culturally bias factors are present society and environmental factors. Bias is always present depending on what you research. A very complex genetic influence is present in determining intelligence. General intelligence charles spearman (1863-1945: linked to many clusters that can be defined through factor analysis. Thurstone seven factor analysis: verbal comprehension, verbal fluency, number, spatial visualization, memory, reasoning, perpetual speed. Single value does not really define intelligence. Fluid versus crystalized intelligence: fluid mental processes rather than specific information. Intelligence comes i multiple forms brain may diminish one type of ability but not others: i. e. savant syndrome excellence in abilities unrelated to general intelligence.
