Heritability and Intelligence Quiz
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Which of the following is NOT true about the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children – Fourth Edition (WISC-IV)?

  • It has 15 subtests, 10 of which are core subtests
  • Its scores have a mean of 50 and standard deviation of 10 (correct)
  • It assesses different cognitive functions through subtests
  • It has been replaced by the WISC-V
  • Which age group does the Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence - Third Edition (WPSSI-III) assess?

  • Ages 16 and older
  • Ages 6 to 16
  • Ages 18 and older
  • Ages 2 to 6 (correct)
  • How many subtests of the WISC-IV are core subtests that are always administered?

  • 5
  • 15
  • 20
  • 10 (correct)
  • Which of the following is NOT one of the cognitive abilities measured by intelligence tests such as the WISC?

    <p>Social intelligence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a measure of response speed on the WISC?

    <p>Processing Speed Index</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences, which of the following is NOT one of the diverse forms of intelligence he proposes?

    <p>Motor skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which subtest on the WISC measures crystallized intelligence, lexical knowledge, and inductive reasoning?

    <p>Word Reasoning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the core subtests used to measure the Verbal Comprehension Index in the WISC-IV?

    <p>Similarities, Vocabulary, and Comprehension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Matrix Reasoning subtest in the WISC-IV?

    <p>To test non-verbal problem solving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors can contribute to observed variations in intelligence test scores across racial and ethnic groups?

    <p>Socioeconomic disparities and cultural biases in testing only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a core subtest used to measure the Perceptual Reasoning Index in the WISC-IV?

    <p>Information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Picture Completion subtest?

    <p>To measure visual understanding and organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Letter-Number Sequencing subtest?

    <p>To measure an individual's ability to hold verbal information in memory while manipulating it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Coding subtest?

    <p>To measure speed of processing, learning, short-term memory, and concentration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Cancellation subtest?

    <p>To measure processing speed, attention, and visual neglect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true about the heritability of intelligence?

    <p>Heritability is a population-level statistic and genes play a significant role in explaining the variability in intelligence test scores among individuals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an environmental factor that can impact intelligence test scores according to the text?

    <p>Genetic makeup</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the current scientific consensus on gender differences in intelligence scores according to the text?

    <p>There are minimal overall differences in intelligence between males and females.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between socioeconomic factors and intelligence according to the text?

    <p>Access to quality education, nutrition, and environmental stimulation can significantly impact intellectual development and test performance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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