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What is a primary purpose of non-verbal IQ tests?
What is a primary purpose of non-verbal IQ tests?
Which individual is credited with the development of the first IQ test?
Which individual is credited with the development of the first IQ test?
What concept did Terman promote through his military tests?
What concept did Terman promote through his military tests?
Which aspect of intelligence assessments can lead to discrimination against certain groups?
Which aspect of intelligence assessments can lead to discrimination against certain groups?
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In genetics, what is the term used to describe the observable characteristics of an organism?
In genetics, what is the term used to describe the observable characteristics of an organism?
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What does the term 'polygenic' refer to in genetics?
What does the term 'polygenic' refer to in genetics?
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What is the mean IQ score typically considered to represent average intelligence?
What is the mean IQ score typically considered to represent average intelligence?
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Which of the following statements about Raven's Progressive Matrices is most accurate?
Which of the following statements about Raven's Progressive Matrices is most accurate?
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What type of intelligence involves the ability to solve new problems without using prior knowledge?
What type of intelligence involves the ability to solve new problems without using prior knowledge?
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Which measure is commonly associated with assessing general intelligence?
Which measure is commonly associated with assessing general intelligence?
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What factor is suggested to improve IQ outcomes significantly in children according to early studies?
What factor is suggested to improve IQ outcomes significantly in children according to early studies?
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Which hypothesis suggests that firstborn children tend to be smarter due to spending more time with intelligent adults?
Which hypothesis suggests that firstborn children tend to be smarter due to spending more time with intelligent adults?
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What is the Flynn effect primarily attributed to?
What is the Flynn effect primarily attributed to?
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Which of the following factors is NOT commonly cited as influencing intelligence?
Which of the following factors is NOT commonly cited as influencing intelligence?
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What effect does nutrition have on IQ in children with poor diets, according to Benton and Roberts?
What effect does nutrition have on IQ in children with poor diets, according to Benton and Roberts?
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What is a common limitation associated with estimating heritability in intelligence?
What is a common limitation associated with estimating heritability in intelligence?
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Which study specifically examined the genetic basis of IQ using twins?
Which study specifically examined the genetic basis of IQ using twins?
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What is the correlation found by Elardo et al. regarding family environment and IQ?
What is the correlation found by Elardo et al. regarding family environment and IQ?
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What was the primary finding of Benton and Roberts regarding dietary supplements and IQ improvement?
What was the primary finding of Benton and Roberts regarding dietary supplements and IQ improvement?
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Which factor does the confluence model attribute to the cognitive development differences observed in first-born children?
Which factor does the confluence model attribute to the cognitive development differences observed in first-born children?
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According to the dilution model proposed by Blake, how does the number of siblings affect a child's cognitive environment?
According to the dilution model proposed by Blake, how does the number of siblings affect a child's cognitive environment?
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What was the outcome of Owen et al.'s study on cognitive training in 11-year-olds?
What was the outcome of Owen et al.'s study on cognitive training in 11-year-olds?
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What is implied by the finding that first-born children might be smarter, according to the content provided?
What is implied by the finding that first-born children might be smarter, according to the content provided?
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What concept did Burt advise the British government to utilize for determining students' educational paths?
What concept did Burt advise the British government to utilize for determining students' educational paths?
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Which of the following best describes the main criticism of traditional IQ tests?
Which of the following best describes the main criticism of traditional IQ tests?
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What type of intelligence does Raven's Progressive Matrices primarily assess?
What type of intelligence does Raven's Progressive Matrices primarily assess?
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Which researcher's studies indicated that highly intelligent individuals are typically healthy and stable rather than misfits?
Which researcher's studies indicated that highly intelligent individuals are typically healthy and stable rather than misfits?
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Which of the following describes Galton's view of intelligence?
Which of the following describes Galton's view of intelligence?
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What methodological concern exists regarding the studies conducted by Burt on intelligence?
What methodological concern exists regarding the studies conducted by Burt on intelligence?
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Which of the following trends in intelligence is considered polygenic?
Which of the following trends in intelligence is considered polygenic?
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What is the significance of the mean IQ score of 100 in population IQ distribution?
What is the significance of the mean IQ score of 100 in population IQ distribution?
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Study Notes
Intelligence: Genetics and Environment
- IQ (Intelligence Quotient) is a measure of intelligence, assessed through verbal and non-verbal tests. Non-verbal tests reduce cultural bias.
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Pioneering figures:
- Francis Galton proposed intelligence is genetically determined, a product of natural selection.
- Alfred Binet and Theodore Simon created the first IQ test for educational assessment.
- Lewis Terman and Maud Merrill developed the Stanford-Binet Scale, a longitudinal study of gifted children. Terman studied highly intelligent individuals who were healthy and stable, not weak or misfits.
- Terman also created military intelligence tests (alpha and beta) to assign soldiers to tasks. He promoted eugenics.
- Cyril Burt advised the British government on aptitude tests for school placement, suggesting intelligence determined social class. His findings were later questioned.
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Issues with IQ tests:
- Cultural bias exists in test design and standardization procedures.
- Socioeconomic status and race can affect results, potentially leading to discrimination.
- Raven's Progressive Matrices is a non-verbal test designed to address these issues.
- Recent tests: Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC) and Wechsler Adult Scale of Intelligence (WASI) assess both verbal and non-verbal intelligence, encompassing crystallized and fluid intelligence.
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Genetic and Environmental Influence:
- Genotype: An organism's genetic makeup.
- Phenotype: Observable physical and behavioral characteristics, influenced by both genotype and environment.
- Degree of genetic relatedness: Studying individuals with varying degrees of genetic relatedness provides insights into the genetic basis of intelligence.
- Polygenic: Traits determined by multiple genes interacting. Population IQ scores follow a normal distribution, centered around a mean of 100. Height and other traits display similar patterns.
- Atheoretical view: Some view intelligence as simply what IQ tests measure.
- Correlation, not causation: IQ tests correlate with academic performance, problem-solving, and career success, but do not prove direct causation.
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Twin studies:
- Research on twins (especially identical or monozygotic twins) helps separate genetic and environmental factors affecting intelligence.
- Bouchard and McGue's twin study (1981) demonstrated a genetic component, with high correlations in IQ scores of identical twins raised apart.
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Environmental factors:
- Prenatal environment (mother's health, habits) and early childhood experiences significantly influence cognitive development.
- Stimulating family environments support higher IQ outcomes. (e.g., Elardo et al. (1975)).
- Covariance between heredity and environment: Intelligent children often have intelligent parents who create intellectually enriching home environments.
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Nutrition & Training:
- Diet supplements can benefit children with poor nutrition, but not necessarily those already well-nourished. (e.g., Benton and Roberts).
- Cognitive training improves performance on targeted tasks but may not generalize to other skills or everyday life. (e.g., Owen et al. (2010)).
- Owen et al. (2010) study involved 430 11-year-old participants in a 6-week cognitive training program involving reasoning, memory, planning, visuospatial skills, and attention. Improvement was seen on targeted tasks but not in other areas.
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Birth Order and Intelligence:
- Some studies suggest first-born children might have an advantage, but results are not conclusive.
- Zajonc's Confluence model argues that first-borns spend more time with intelligent adults, creating a stimulating environment.
- Blake's Dilution model suggests that more siblings lead to less individual parental attention.
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Flynn Effect:
- The observed increase in average IQ scores over time (Flynn Effect) is attributed to environmental changes rather than evolution.
Important Considerations
- Heritability estimates based on population data may not apply directly to individual cases.
- It is challenging to disentangle the precise influence of genetics and environment on intelligence.
- Transactions between parent-child interactions and cognitive development are complex and influenced by multiple factors.
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Explore the complexities of intelligence as influenced by genetics and environmental factors. This quiz covers key figures in intelligence testing, including Binet and Terman, and addresses cultural biases in IQ assessments. Understand how these elements interact to shape our understanding of intelligence.
