Some people think that intelligence is innate while others think that we can improve our intelligence through learning. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

It is hard to define what

intelligence

exactly is. It is considered by some as an inborn ability that cannot be changed while others believe that people have an influence on it.

Although

I agree that nature has some impact on intellect, I think the much more significant factor is hard work and learning.

To begin

with, many people, who are perceived especially intelligent, already show some signs of their brilliance in early childhood. Children who can read, write or solve simple problems are considered more likely to become successful in future. Numerous great people were perfect examples of it.

For instance

, it is known that Mozart at the age of six could play

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iano and he was starting to compose his

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prove that

intelligence

is inherited, but does that mean that people are unable to improve it?

On the other hand

, having smart ancestors is not the only way to be clever. Countless studies have shown that

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igh IQ can be gained through learning. One clear example is solving mathematics problems, riddles and puzzles. By forcing the brain to work more effectively people can improve their

intelligence

. Not only does the brain get used to functioning that way, but

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it is prepared for other harder challenges.

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forementioned Mozart can release stress which is one of the main reasons

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decreasing intellect. To conclude, scientists are indecisive on what the most important factor of

intelligence

is. After analysing both sides of the discussion, it is not hard to see that the intellect is both innate and acquired. By taking into consideration all the arguments, I believe that personal influence is more crucial than genes.