Throughout the Adult Years the IQ

question 76

Multiple Choice

Throughout the adult years the IQ

• A) declines slowly but consistently beginning at about age 45.
• B) is stable throughout most of adulthood, with most declines beginning after age 60.
• C) shows a small but steady increase due to accumulated learning.
• D) shows no predictable pattern of change.

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Definitions:

Social Model

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