Correct Answer - Option 2 : Garrison and others
No two individuals are exactly the same. We all differ from one another not only in height, weight, color, appearance, speed of reaction but also in behavior. These differences between two individuals are known as individual differences. Individual differences are also related to intelligence, motivation, and attitudes.
Differences or variation is an inevitable part of our world. If you look around you can see an innumerable variety of flowers, plants, trees, birds, and animals. Humans too are no exception.
- Garrison and others said that "The differences among children may best be accounted for by variation in motivation, intelligence, maturation, and environmental stimulation."
- The study of individual differences focuses on the extent and kind of variations or similarities among people on some of the important psychological aspects such as intelligence, personality, interest, maturation, motivation, and aptitude.
- Individual differences occur due to the interaction of genetic and environmental factors. The differences in psychological characteristics are often consistent and form a stable pattern. This consistency and stability in behavior are unique to every person.
- The concept of motivation accounts for differences in school achievement beyond those resulting from differences in intelligence or scholastic aptitude.
Thus, it is concluded that the statement "The differences among children may best be accounted for by variation in motivation, intelligence, maturation, and environmental stimulation." is stated by Garrison and others.
