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Under Charles Spearman's Two-Factor Theory of Intelligence, a central concept is General Intelligence or the 'g' factor, defined as a universal, innate, and fundamental mental energy that influences all intellectual tasks and cognitive performances. Regarding its psychological implications in classroom teaching and the assessment of students' academic abilities, which of the following statements is scientifically most valid and authentic?
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Charles Spearman proposed the Two-Factor Theory of Intelligence in 1904, stating that intelligence consists of two factors: the 'g' factor (general mental energy) and the 's' factor (specific skills).
- 'g' factor: It is innate, general, and underlies all types of cognitive and intellectual activities.
- Option (b) is the most accurate statement because while the 'g' factor is rooted in innate potential, modern psychology recognizes that extreme environmental rigidity is not absolute, and cognitive stimulation plays a role.
- Other options are incorrect as they misrepresent the nature of the 'g' factor by confusing it with environmental acquisition, specific physical skills, or total rejection by modern science.
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