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Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences

By Kendra Van Wagner, About.com

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Logical - Mathematical Intelligence

Strengths: Analyzing Problems and Mathematical Operations

People who are strong in logical-mathematical intelligence are good at reasoning, recognize patterns and logically analyze problems. These individuals tend to think conceptually about numbers, relationships and patterns.

Characteristics of Logical-Mathematical Intelligence

  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Enjoys thinking about abstract ideas
  • Likes conducting scientific experiments
  • Good and solving complex computations

Potential Career Choices

  • Scientist
  • Mathematician
  • Computer programmer
  • Engineer
  • Accountant

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