Susan Has Just Been Assigned a School Project

question 64

Multiple Choice

Susan has just been assigned a school project.She wants to choose the best students to help her.The task involves going out into the woods,collecting samples of insects,and creating a presentation for the class.Susan is contemplating giving an IQ test to the entire class and choosing the top three performers to assist her.What advice would you give Susan?

• A)Tell Susan she is on the right track; the top three scorers should be chosen.
• B)Tell Susan she might be making a mistake because some students are poor test takers.
• C)Tell Susan that the IQ test may not adequately measure all the skills required for the project.
• D)Tell Susan that the IQ test is an excellent predictor of leadership,creativity,and interpersonal skills.

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