(i) Today EQ is considered equally important as IQ.

Question

State whether the following statements are true or false and justify your answer with reason.

(i) Today EQ is considered equally important as IQ.

(ii) Being respectful, trusting, and supporting others are components of self-esteem.

(iii) Adolescents face many challenges.

(iv) Morris Rosenberg developed the EI model.

Answer 1

(i) True 

 Emotional intelligence is as important as intellectual abilities since it enables a person to live a balanced and happy life.

(ii) False 

All these are components of maintaining a healthy relationship with others.

(iii) True 

Adolescents face many challenges such as gender identity issues, sexual orientation issues, bullying, etc.

(iv) False 

John D. Mayer co-developed the model of emotional intelligence with Peter Salovey.