Dep 3053 c - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Explain the difference between crystallized and fluid abilities.Fluid Abilitiesbiologically determined and reflected by tests of memory span, speed of processing, and spatial thinking. Most executive functions are considered to be part of fluid abilities. (domain-general cognitive processes involved in the active or effortful maintenance of info. in working memory for the purpose of planning and executing goal-directed behavior. They are UNAFFECTED by learning, culture, or experience.(S...

Explain the difference between crystallized and fluid abilities.Fluid Abilitiesbiologically determined and reflected by tests of memory span, speed of processing, and spatial thinking. Most executive functions are considered to be part of fluid abilities. (domain-general cognitive processes involved in the active or effortful maintenance of info. in working memory for the purpose of planning and executing goal-directed behavior. They are UNAFFECTED by learning, culture, or experience.(S...