Which One of the Following Is a Legitimate Reason for Not

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is a legitimate reason for not relying solely on intelligence tests when identifying students who are gifted?

• A)Because intelligence test results are so difficult to interpret,we are likely to identify many nongifted students as being gifted.
• B)Because intelligence tests measure innate intelligence,we may overlook students whose giftedness is due to an enriched environment.
• C)Because of the culture-dependent nature of intelligence,we may overlook students from ethnic minority groups.
• D)Because high achievement is a better indicator of giftedness than IQ scores,we should focus on achievement test results instead.

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Definitions:

Attrition Rates

The rate at which participants drop out of a study or program over time.

Racial/Ethnic Minority Group

A socially defined category of people who are identified by shared heritage, culture, language, or common ancestry and who often have fewer opportunities or resources compared to the majority group within a society.

General Population

Refers to the total group of individuals that could potentially be the subject of a study or research without any specific exclusions.

LGBT Clients

Individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender seeking services or support, particularly in contexts relating to their identities.