One Study Found That Each Additional IQ Point Is Associated

question 5

Multiple Choice

One study found that each additional IQ point is associated with a 1 percent __________.

• A) increase in relative risk of infertility
• B) reduction in relative risk of infertility
• C) reduction in relative risk of death
• D) increase in relative risk of death

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Definitions:

Performance

The act of carrying out or accomplishing an action, task, or function.

Stereotype Threat

The risk of conforming to stereotypes about one's social group, which can hinder performance and behavior.

Social Identity Threat

The experience of feeling at risk of confirming a negative stereotype about one's social group, which can negatively affect performance and wellbeing.

Self-affirmation

A psychological theory suggesting that individuals can maintain their sense of self-integrity by telling themselves (affirming) positive truths about themselves.