Verbal intelligence

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Verbal intelligence is the ability to understand and reason using concepts framed in words. More broadly, it is linked to problem solving, abstract reasoning,[1] and working memory. Verbal intelligence is one of the most g-loaded abilities.[2]

  1. ^ Luwel, Koen; Ageliki Foustana; Patrick Onghena; Lieven Verschaffel (Apr 2013). "The role of verbal and performance intelligence in children's strategy selection and execution". Learning and Individual Differences. 24: 134–138. doi:10.1016/j.lindif.2013.01.010.
  2. ^ Wechsler, D. (1997). Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale III (WAIS-III).