Many Researchers Are Interested to Know Whether Intelligence Is Determined

question 26

Multiple Choice

Many researchers are interested to know whether intelligence is determined mainly by biological factors or mainly by environmental factors.Studies comparing the IQ of identical vs.fraternal twins consistently show a much higher concordance for the identical twins.Which of the following confounding variables might lead us to overestimate the extent to which intelligence might be attributed to genetic heritability in such studies?

• A) the identical twins share more biological information
• B) the identical twins were raised in the same environment
• C) the fraternal twins still share a large amount of biological information
• D) the fraternal twins were separated at birth
• E) intelligence cannot be accurately measured

Grasp the importance of describing over explaining personality traits within trait theory.

Understand the Big Five personality traits and their manifestation in behavior.

Comprehend the use of factor analysis in identifying personality traits.

Recognize the psychological impact of personality assessment feedback, including the Barnum effect.

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Definitions:

Cultural Value

Beliefs or ideals shared by members of a society about what is important, desirable, and how people should behave.

Classical Management Strategy

A set of principles for managing organizations that emphasizes planning, organizing, leading, and controlling.

Horizontal Communication

The exchange of information between individuals or units of an organization at the same hierarchical level, aimed at coordination and collaboration.

Organizational Structure

The system used to define a hierarchy within an organization, specifying roles, responsibilities, and the flow of information.