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The statistical method used to elicit information concerning the component parts of intelligence is known as __________________?

Correct answer: A. factor analysis

  • A. factor analysis
  • B. construct analysis
  • C. Spearman's g factor
  • D. hypothesis testing

Explanation

Factor analysis identifies clusters of correlated abilities, allowing psychologists to infer the component factors underlying intelligence. Spearman’s g is a proposed general factor, not the statistical method itself.

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