AP Psych: Unit 5.2 Vocab

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Ability to learn from experience, solve problems, and adapt to new situations

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intelligence

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Spearman's concept underlying all mental abilities, measured by intelligence tests.

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general intelligence (g)

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Statistical procedure identifying clusters of related test items

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factor analysis

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A condition where a person with limited mental ability has an exceptional skill.

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savant syndrome

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Passion and perseverance in long-term goals

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grit

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Ability to perceive, understand, manage, and use emotions

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emotional intelligence

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Method to assess mental aptitudes using scores.

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intelligence test

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A test to assess learned knowledge

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achievement test

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A test predicting future performance

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aptitude test

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Performance level associated with a specific chronological age

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mental age