Critiques of Traditional Intelligence Testing

Medium Unit 11: Testing & Individual Differences Intelligence Testing

Intelligence testing has been an integral part of psychological assessment for over a century. Different theories and methods have influenced the development of these tests. One such pivotal concept in intelligence testing is the idea of 'g' or general intelligence, proposed by Charles Spearman. According to this theory, 'g' represents a single underlying factor that contributes to a variety of cognitive tasks. However, later theories, such as Howard Gardner's Multiple Intelligences theory, challenge this notion by introducing the idea that intelligence is not a singular construct but a combination of various abilities.

Given this context, which of the following statements accurately reflects a key critique of traditional intelligence testing?

Traditional intelligence tests accurately measure innate abilities across diverse populations.

Traditional intelligence tests do not account for cultural and contextual factors that can affect performance.

Traditional intelligence tests predominantly measure creative and practical intelligence.

Traditional intelligence tests have a comprehensive evaluation of social intelligence.

Traditional intelligence tests are designed to be flexible and adaptable to individual learning styles.

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