Intelligence: Concept & Theories
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According to L.L. Thurstone's Theory of Primary Mental Abilities, which of the following components represents the factor related to the ability to quickly and easily memorize and recall words, sentences, or verbal materials?
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Louis Leon Thurstone divided intelligence into seven primary mental abilities under his Group Factor Theory. Among these, the Memory Factor (M) is related to an individual's ability to quickly memorize information, words, or visual stimuli and reproduce (recall) them when needed. For a detailed study of this theory, you may refer to standard educational psychology resources.
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