Application of common sense is Intelligence

Ramana Pemmaraju
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Scientist have found that intelligence is built upon common sense. They have discovered that because of the common sense aspect of intelligence, people are able to adapt quickly to change. Common sense cannot be taught, however, it can be learned. The more an individual uses their common sense, the more they will learn about how to use it.

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