PSYC 3250 Chapter Notes - Chapter 2: Extraversion And Introversion, Agreeableness, Theory Of Multiple Intelligences
8 Dec 2015
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Chapter 2 - defining and measuring psychological attributes: ability, interests, and. Several ways of classifying the broad domain of psychological testing: One useful dimension is the extent to which the attributes being measured are relatively stable (adult intelligence) or relatively fluid (mood). In general, stable attributes are more likely to be relevant for making decisions about individuals. A second useful dimension for classification is the type of behaviours through which those attribute are manifested. The three domains that are most relevant to decision making are the domains of ability, interest and personality. All 3 represent stable attributes and all involve behaviours that are broadly relevant to the goals of both decision makers and the individuals who are the focus of those decisions. The importance of intelligence and the influence of intelligence on behaviour clearly show up when individuals are confronted with novel or complex situations.
