Question

Which one of the following is not a characteristic of g factor with reference to two factor theory

1. it is a great mental ability
2. it is universal inborn ability
3. it is learned and acquired in the enviornment
4. none of the above

• A. 3 only
• B. 1 only
• C. None of these
• D. 2 only

Answer 1

Answer:

A. 3 only

• The characteristic "is learned and acquired in the environment" is not a characteristic of the g factor in Spearman's two-factor theory of intelligence.

• Spearman proposed that the g factor is a general mental ability that is largely innate and inherited.

• It is not something that is learned or acquired through experience. Instead, it is thought to be a fundamental aspect of intelligence that underlies performance on a variety of cognitive tasks.  

• The specific abilities (s factors), on the other hand, are more influenced by learning and experience. These are skills that are specific to particular tasks or domains and can be developed through practice and training