The Original Purpose of IQ Tests, and Still Their Primary

question 163

Multiple Choice

The original purpose of IQ tests, and still their primary function, is to?

• A) measure the effectiveness of different teaching methods.
• B) promote creativity.
• C) predict performance in school.
• D) help researchers test theories of intelligence.

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Definitions:

Otoliths

Small, calcium carbonate structures located in the inner ear of vertebrates, crucial for balance and sensing linear accelerations.

Auditory Center

The area within the brain, particularly the temporal lobes, responsible for processing and interpreting sounds.

Retina

The light-sensitive layer of tissue at the back of the inner eye which converts light into neural signals.

Sclera

The white outer layer of the eyeball, providing protection and structural support.