Considering the Research on the Influence of Schooling on IQ

question 85

Multiple Choice

Considering the research on the influence of schooling on IQ, which of the following statements would be the best advice to give to a state board of education?

• A)Have children start first grade when they are 7 years old rather than the traditional age of 6 years.
• B)Allow parents to push a child ahead one or two grades if they believe the child is ready.
• C)Lengthen the school year by shortening the summer vacation.
• D)Create grades 13 and 14 to extend the number of years in high school.

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