The Heritability of Intelligence Refers to

question 101

Multiple Choice

The heritability of intelligence refers to

• A)the extent to which an individual's intelligence is attributable to genetic factors.
• B)the portion of the variation in intelligence among a group of people that is attributable to genetic factors.
• C)the extent to which the intelligence test scores of a large group indicate an average IQ of 100.
• D)a general underlying intelligence factor that is measured by every task on an intelligence test.

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Definitions:

Early-Later Experience Issue

Controversy regarding the degree to which early experiences (especially during infancy) or later experiences are the key determinants of children’s development.

Key Determinants

Critical factors or elements that have a significant impact on the outcome of a particular condition or situation.

Child's Development

The physical, cognitive, emotional, and social growth that occurs in children from birth through late adolescence.

Distinct Stages

Refers to separate and identifiable phases within a process or life cycle that are characterized by specific features or conditions.