Which of the Following Statements Is an Example of Reification

question 135

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is an example of reification?

• A) Birds of a feather flock together.
• B) Creative people are born, not raised.
• C) She gets good grades in school because she is intelligent.
• D) Intelligence tests are only moderate predictors of vocational success.

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Return On Sales

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Economic Value Added

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