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In the context of the text, what does a heritability estimate of 0.5 for IQ indicate?

  • IQ has a strong positive correlation with genetics.
  • IQ has a high level of variance in the population.
  • IQ is not influenced by genetics at all.
  • IQ is only moderately influenced by genetics. (correct)

    • Which statement best describes the concept of heritability in biopsychology?

  • Heritability estimates represent the proportion of variance in a trait due to genetic differences. (correct)
  • Heritability estimates imply a fixed biological limit on a trait.
  • Heritability estimates always refer to correlations.
  • Heritability estimates are not used in studies involving nature and nurture.

    • Which aspect of the scientific method is highlighted in the statement 'Science’s history is full of questionable characters, but the scientific method remains our best way of acquiring information about the world'?

  • Reliability (correct)
  • Accuracy
  • Reproducibility
  • Transparency

    • How does the text suggest that science is different from being considered a dogma?

    <p>Science is open to change based on new evidence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the statement 'Ignoring the best available evidence leads to tangible harm and misfortune' emphasize about scientific practice?

    <p>The potential risks of disregarding scientific findings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do pharmaceutical companies fit into the context of the text regarding science?

    <p>The text does not mention any relation between science and pharmaceutical companies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'Science is as good as it currently gets' imply about scientific knowledge?

    <p>'Current scientific understanding is subject to constant change.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the text portray the role of large institutions in relation to science?

    <p>'Large institutions embrace and utilize science.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Scientific models of the world may be incomplete, but they’re certainly more accurate than any others' - What does this statement suggest about the nature of scientific models?

    <p>'Scientific models provide the best approximation based on current knowledge.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

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