Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Variations in Psychological Attributes

Question:

According to Wechsler, the definition of Intelligence includes -

Options:

Mental alertness and agility

Quickness in learning

Ability to communicate well

Ability to think rationally and deal effectively with the environment

Correct Answer:

Ability to think rationally and deal effectively with the environment

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4) → Ability to think rationally and deal effectively with the environment

Wechsler, whose intelligence tests are most widely used, understood intelligence in terms of its functionality, i.e. its value for adaptation to environment. He defined it as the global and aggregate capacity of an individual to think rationally, act purposefully, and to deal effectively with her/his environment.