Question

Johnny has watched his older brother climb up and down the stairs. When his brother reaches the top of the stairs, he immediately goes to his mother and she gives him a treat. Johnny is now attempting to climb stairs. According to Sternberg, this is an example of
a) emotional intelligence.
b) intellectual intelligence.
c) practical intelligence.
d) social intelligence.

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct option is: c. practical intelligence

Explanation:

According to the Sternberg's triarchic theory of intelligence, Practical intelligence refers to the ability of an individual to apply the components of intelligence to adapt, shape and select; in order to find the best or optimal fit between the demands of the environment and themselves.

Practical intelligence is described as the particular skills that are learned by an individual in order to learn to cope with the specific given environment.

Therefore, the given situation is an example of Practical intelligence.