Question : Spearman's concept of 'g' factor suggests that:
Option 1: There are multiple independent intelligences
Option 2: General intelligence does not play a role in cognitive abilities
Option 3: A single general intelligence underlies all cognitive abilities
Option 4: Specific abilities are more important than general intelligence
Correct Answer: A single general intelligence underlies all cognitive abilities
Solution :
Correct Option: Option 3
Explanation: Spearman's concept of the 'g' factor suggests that there is a single general intelligence that underlies all cognitive abilities, and it is a key factor in determining overall intellectual capacity.