EPPP Growth and Lifespan Development 4

Question 1

In Sternberg's triarchic theory of intelligence, which component involves the ability to adapt to, shape, or select environments and is emphasized in everyday practical success?

Accepted Answer

Contextual (practical) intelligence

Answer

Contextual intelligence (practical or 'street smarts') involves adapting to real-world environments, and is the aspect most relevant to everyday functioning outside academic settings.

Question 2

Research on temperament by Thomas and Chess identified which three broad categories of infant temperament?

Accepted Answer

Easy, difficult, and slow-to-warm-up

Answer

Thomas and Chess classified infants as easy (adaptable, positive mood), difficult (intense, irregular, negative), or slow-to-warm-up (low activity, mild negative reactions initially).

Question 3

Which theorist proposed the concept of the 'imaginary audience' as characteristic of adolescent egocentrism?

Accepted Answer

David Elkind

Answer

David Elkind described the imaginary audience (the adolescent belief that others are constantly watching and evaluating them) and the personal fable as manifestations of adolescent egocentrism.

Question 4

According to information processing models, which component of memory has limited capacity, holds information for seconds without rehearsal, and is analogous to a mental workspace?

Accepted Answer

Working memory

Answer

Working memory (Baddeley's model) has limited capacity, holds information briefly, and is the active site of cognitive processing and manipulation of information.

Question 5

A practitioner notes that an 85-year-old client performs poorly on timed tasks but shows little decline in vocabulary or general knowledge. Which type of age-related change best explains this pattern?

Accepted Answer

Normal age-related slowing of processing speed with intact crystallized intelligence

Answer

Normal aging typically involves slowing of processing speed (affecting timed tasks) while crystallized intelligence such as vocabulary and general knowledge remains largely intact.

EPPP - Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology Practice Test

EPPP - Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology Practice Test

EPPP Growth and Lifespan Development 4