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General Intelligence

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
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Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

General intelligence refers to the overall cognitive ability or mental capacity that individuals possess, which influences their performance across a wide range of tasks. It is the underlying factor that contributes to various specific cognitive abilities.

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