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Themember4 · **on:** Jun 20, 2018

Only one of the following statements reflects an accurate comparison of Gardner's and Sternberg's theories of intelligence. Which one?

a. Both theorists view the development of intelligence as being almost exclusively the result of nurture rather than nature.
b. Gardner believes that intelligence is comprised of multiple abilities, whereas Sternberg views it as being comprised of a single entity.
c. Both theorists characterize intelligence as a multifaceted ability, such that children may behave intelligently in one situation but not in another.
d. Sternberg restricts his view of intelligence to the cognitive abilities and processing skills related to academic success, whereas Gardner takes a broader perspective.

Question 2

Which one of the following statements is most accurate about assessing cognitive abilities in infants and toddlers?

a. Appropriate assessment instruments exist, but they are less reliable than assessments created for older children.
b. Assessment instruments appropriate for infants and toddlers exist and are just as reliable as assessments created for older children.
c. Assessment instruments exist only for infants and toddlers within the normal range of functioning, not for those with significant disabilities.
d. Because infants and toddlers have limited ability to focus their attention and follow directions, meaningful estimates of their cognitive abilities cannot be obtained.