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Intelligence: Concept & Theories
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Which of the following psychological statements is most authentic and scientifically valid regarding the actual psychological implications of the 'General Factor / g-factor' and 'Specific Factor / s-factor' propounded under Charles Spearman's 'Two-Factor Theory of Intelligence', and the interaction of these factors in the acquisition of various academic subjects (such as mathematics, language, and art) in classroom teaching?

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Charles Spearman propounded the Two-Factor Theory of Intelligence in 1904. According to him, two types of factors operate in every intellectual activity: (1) General factor or 'g-factor', which is an innate, universal, and general mental energy used in varying degrees in all types of mental tasks; and (2) Specific factor or 's-factor', which differs across various specific domains (such as music, art, mathematics, etc.) and is acquired or developed through training and experience. In classroom teaching, a teacher should recognize students' general intellectual capacity (g) as well as their specific abilities (s) and provide opportunities for their proper development.

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