Root argues that no current tests measure the real basis of superior intelligence, which he holds consists of ability to suspend judgment, freedom from suggestibility, and a critical attitude¶
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q1 i? Root feels that no tests measure the real basis of superior intelligence, which consists of ability to suspend judgment, freedom from suggestibility, critical attitude, etc. → Sandiford 1922
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Sandiford 1922¶
Sandiford, P., & R. P. (1922). New Publications: reviews of Baldwin's mental growth study, Root's A Socio-Psychological Study of 53 Supernormal Children, and Ballard's Group Tests of Intelligence. The Journal of Educational Psychology. https://psycnet.apa.org/journal/edu
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The review reports this as Root's stated opinion, offered with no evidence or argument beyond his dissatisfaction with present intelligence tests; the reviewer notes there is room for much argument over these phrases.
"He feels that no tests measure the real basis of superior intelligence, for this real basis consists of ability to suspend judgment, freedom from suggestibility, critical attitude, etc."
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Related Claims¶
- Root's case histories characterize the superior child as having a good home and superior parents — related
- In Root's study, superior children (IQ 135+ younger, 120+ older) excelled normal children on all administered tests — related
- The reviewer argues mental tests are more needed for selecting superior children than for selecting inferior children — related
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Root argues that no current tests measure the real basis of superior intelligence, which he holds consists of ability to suspend judgment, freedom from suggestibility, and a critical attitude |
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Root argues that no current tests measure the real basis of superior intelligence, which he holds consists of ability to suspend judgment, freedom from suggestibility, and a critical attitude |
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