Multifactor theorists

• What did Raymond Cattel do?

  Split general intelligence (g) into two

  Gc

  Gf
• What is Gc?

  Crystalised intelligence

  Knowledge and skills, influenced by culture, cumulative over time
• What is Gf?

  Fluid intelligence

  Abstract problem solving, no influence of culture, increases during childhood but stabalises in adulthood
• Gc and Gf are distinct but often work together
• What is the multiple intelligences theory?

  Theory that suggests individuals possess different types of intelligence, including

  linguistic,

  logical-mathematical,

  spatial,

  bodily-kinesthetic,

  musical,

  interpersonal,

  intrapersonal,

  naturalistic intelligence

  These different intelligences occupy different areas of the brain