The Heritability Coefficient of Intelligence

question 85

Multiple Choice

The heritability coefficient of intelligence:

• A)is an unchanging constant across all cultures.
• B)can estimate how much of an individual's intelligence is due to genetic factors.
• C)can be applied meaningfully only to populations.
• D)is typically larger among children than among adults.

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Definitions:

Conscious Control

The deliberate use of one's awareness to regulate and direct one's thoughts, actions, or emotions.

High-Level

Refers to abstract, complex or strategic thinking or reasoning that involves comprehensive analysis or synthesis of information.

Low-Level

Pertaining to basic or rudimentary aspects of a process or operation, often without involving complexities.

Autonomy

The quality or state of being self-governing; the ability to make one's own choices and decisions independently.