Question

One of the intelligence tests most frequently used is the Weschler Intelligence Scale for Children. Its namesake, David Weschler, once defined intelligence as "the global capacity to think rationally, act purposefully, and deal effectively with the environment." Is this a fair definition of intelligence? Why or why not? How would you define or measure intelligence?

Answer 1

As I am looking at this question, I am realizing that it is based solely on personal opinion. I can give you what I would write, but keep in mind that you are the only one who can answer this according to your true beliefs.

Step-by-step explanation:

There are many factors that should be included when trying to define intelligence. While this definition is one that makes sense, I do not believe that it is broad enough. It takes into account of common/street sense, but does not include what some would call a book smarts. Many with book smarts may not have much common/street sense, and vice versa, but just because one does not have both, or is lacking in one area, does not mean that that person is unintelligent. I would define intelligence as a mixture of being able to grasp and have a deep understanding of the world around them and of the things they have learned, as well as the ability to act accordingly to their surroundings and think rationally.