The Correlation Between IQ Test Scores and Academic and Career

question 33

Multiple Choice

The correlation between IQ test scores and academic and career outcomes is weaker for indigenous children than for children of other ethnic groups: this illustrates both __________ and limited __________ of IQ test scores for indigenous children.

• A) sampling bias; concurrent validity
• B) sampling bias; predictive validity
• C) culture bias; concurrent validity
• D) culture bias; predictive validity
• E) culture bias; face validity

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Definitions:

Central Tendency

A statistical measure that identifies the center of a data distribution, commonly represented by the mean, median, or mode.

Extreme Values

Data points in a set that significantly deviate from the rest, often used in statistical analyses to identify outliers or anomalies.

Higher Hierarchy

The upper levels within an organizational structure, typically involving roles with greater authority and responsibility.

Public Sector

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