The Genetic Components of Verbal Divergent Thinking and Short Term Memory.

Pezzullo, Thomas R.; Madaus, George F.

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ERIC Number: ED053187

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Publication Date: 1971-Jun

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The Genetic Components of Verbal Divergent Thinking and Short Term Memory.

Pezzullo, Thomas R.; Madaus, George F.

A study of twins was conducted to determine the presence of an hereditary component in short term memory and in three aspects of verbal divergent thinking--flexibility, fluency, and originality. Results showed the existence of a significant genetic component in the trait of short term memory, while none was found in verbal divergent thinking. (AG)

Descriptors: Biological Influences, Cognitive Processes, Creative Thinking, Divergent Thinking, Genetics, Heredity, Hypothesis Testing, Intelligence, Intelligence Differences, Memory, Models, Twins, Verbal Ability

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