Anish and Ankur are siblings studying in grade 11. While Anish is able to solve higher order mathematical equations, Ankur who is good at memorizing formulae and rote learning, is not able to produce an effective output. According to the hierarchical model of intelligence, at which level would you place Ankur?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → Level I Associative learning
Option (1) Level I Associative learning — Correct. In Arthur Jensen’s hierarchical model, Level I is associative learning, in which the output is more or less similar to the input, as in rote learning and memory. Ankur memorises formulae but cannot produce an effective output, so he works at this level.
Option (2) Level II Cognitive competence — Incorrect. Level II involves higher-order skills that transform the input to produce an effective output. This is Anish, who solves higher-order equations, not Ankur.
Option (3) Level I Cognitive learning — Incorrect. Jensen’s Level I is called associative learning; the option joins the right level to a wrong name.
Option (4) Level II Associative learning — Incorrect. Associative learning is Level I, not Level II; Level II is cognitive competence.
NCERT (2025-26): “Theories of Intelligence … Arthur Jensen proposed a hierarchical model of intelligence consisting of abilities operating at two levels, called Level I and Level II. Level I is the associative learning in which output is more or less similar to the input (e.g., rote learning and memory). Level II, called cognitive competence, involves higher-order skills as they transform the input to produce an effective output.…” |