Ability versus effective ability

Ability is not identical with effective ability. The fruits of genius are a function of no less than three variables, ability, drive, and opportunity, the last two being the determiners of effective ability. The nature, origins and other factors causing drive are critically discussed.

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Published in:Psychological review 1928-01, Vol.35 (1), p.67-86
Main Authors: Witty, P. A, Lehman, H. C
Format: Article
Language:English
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Ability Level
Human
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Summary:Ability is not identical with effective ability. The fruits of genius are a function of no less than three variables, ability, drive, and opportunity, the last two being the determiners of effective ability. The nature, origins and other factors causing drive are critically discussed.
ISSN:0033-295X
1939-1471
DOI:10.1037/h0074994