Question

in multi factor theory of mental abilities 'M' stands for​

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:At present, intelligence is a diffuse concept and there are multitudes of theories that attempt to

explain it. Some involve a ‘general intelligence’, some involve situational factors, and some

involve both. None of them satisfactorily deals with the scope of intelligence.

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INTRODUCTION

o be labeled as being ‘‘intelligent’’

imparts positive feelings, encourages self

esteem and a sense of worth. Yet, what is

intelligent and smart? This has been the focus of

theories, definitions and philosophies dating as

far back as Plato (428 BC); yet most presumably,

dating prior to this historical figure, might be

due to the fact that humankind is himself

intelligent. One way to seek understanding of

intelligence is simply to define what it is.

Sternberg (1986) purports two principal

classifications of definition of intelligence—the

operational definition and the ‘‘real’’ definition.

Operational intelligence is measurable. Real

intelligence is one that inquires the true nature

of the thing being defined. As with the plethora

of definitions of intelligence, there are numerous

theories of intelligence. From examining how

smart one is to how to measure one’s smartness,

how to measure how one is smart, thories have

come and gone and some have endured to be

pondered and proven over time