In What Ways Have Changing Views About the Influence of Heredity

question 125

Essay

In what ways have changing views about the influence of heredity and environment on intelligence affected the development of intelligence tests?

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Definitions:

Obfuscating

The act of making something unclear or difficult to understand, often intentionally to conceal the truth.

Ideology

A system of ideas and ideals, especially one that forms the basis of economic or political theory and policy.

Elites

Denotes a small, privileged group in society that holds a significant amount of power, wealth, or status compared to the broader population.

Class Consciousness

Awareness by a social class of its own interests, conditions, and the need for collective action to bring about social change.