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8 Common Traits of Highly Intelligent People

The Motivated Mind

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Self-Control and Intelligence

Scientists have actually found a link between self-control and intelligence in a study back in 2009. Results showed that the participants who chose the larger payout at a later date, generally scored higher on intelligence tests. The researchers behind that study say that one area of the brain, the anterior prefrontal cortex, might play a role in helping people solve tough problems.

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