Question

Which theory suggests that intelligence consists of many independent mental skills with no single general factor?

Options

• Spearman's Two-Factor Theory

• Thurstone's Primary Mental Abilities

• Thorndike's Multi-Factor Theory

• Gardner's Multiple Intelligences

Answer 1

Thorndike's Multi-Factor Theory

Explanation:

E. L. Thorndike proposed that intelligence is made up of many separate, independent abilities rather than one general intelligence factor, with each ability functioning independently.