The two key theoretical propositions of "Practical Intelligence in Everyday Life" are made plausible only if one ignores considerable evidence contradicting them. The six key empirical claims rest primarily on the illusion of evidence enhanced by selective reporting of results. (SLD)

Responds to issues raised by R. Sternberg in his response to commentary on the Sternberg Triarchic Abilities Test. Presents a synopsis of the conclusions that should have been derived from data obtained by Sternberg and his colleagues about the construct validity of the measure. (SLD)

Discusses the research program construct validating the triarchic theory of successful intelligence and discusses objections raised to the triarchic theory and the criticisms of L. Gottfredson. (SLD)

Comments that R. Sternberg does not address criticisms previously made by L. Gottfredson, but rather discusses his theory of successful intelligence and answers only self-posed objections from unspecified critics. (SLD)

Discusses a number of issues raised in Brody's analysis of ability measurements based on the triarchic theory of successful intelligence, such as restriction of range, obtained variance attributed to "g," and aptitude-treatment interactions. (SLD)