Which of the following types of intelligences are included in Howard Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences Theory?
A. Musical
B. Spatial
C. Componential
D. Logical-Mathematical
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → A, B and D only
A. Musical Correct. One of Gardner’s eight intelligences: the ability to produce, create and manipulate musical rhythms and patterns.
B. Spatial Correct. One of Gardner’s eight: the ability to form, use and transform mental images, strong in pilots, sculptors and architects.
C. Componential Incorrect. Componential (analytical) intelligence belongs to Sternberg’s triarchic theory, along with experiential and contextual intelligence. It is the analysis of information to solve problems, not one of Gardner’s types.
D. Logical-Mathematical Correct. One of Gardner’s eight: the ability to think logically and critically, reason in the abstract and manipulate symbols to solve mathematical problems.
NCERT (2025-26): “Theory of Multiple Intelligences Howard Gardner proposed the theory of multiple intelligences. According to him, intelligence is not a single entity; rather distinct types of intelligences exist. Each of these intelligences are independent of each other. This means that, if a person exhibits one type of intelligence, it does not necessarily indicate being high or low on other types of intelligences. Gardner also put forth that different types of intelligences interact and work together to find a solution to a problem. Gardner studied extremely talented persons, who had shown exceptional abilities in their respective areas, and described eight types of intelligence.…” “…Logical-Mathematical (an ability to think logically and critically, and solve problems) : Persons high on this type of intelligence can think logically and critically. They engage in abstract reasoning, and can manipulate symbols to solve mathematical problems.…” “…Spatial (an ability to form visual images and patterns) : It refers to the abilities involved in forming, using, and transforming mental images. The person high on this intelligence can easily represent the spatial world in the mind.” “…Musical (an ability to produce and manipulate musical rhythms and patterns) : It is the capacity to produce, create and manipulate musical patterns. Persons high on this intelligence are very sensitive to sounds and vibrations, and in creating new patterns of sounds.…” “Triarchic Theory of Intelligence … Componential Intelligence : Componential or analytical intelligence is the analysis of information to solve problems. Persons high on this ability think analytically and critically and succeed in schools.…” |