Ted's Grades Were Poor Throughout Primary and Secondary School

question 417

Multiple Choice

Ted's grades were poor throughout primary and secondary school. He eventually dropped out and started a business rebuilding classic cars with modern engines. Ted's business is very successful, and he loves what he does. Is Ted intelligent?

• A)No.Good grades are the best indicator of intelligence.
• B)Yes.People who are bored in school invariably have genius-level IQs.
• C)No.Ted has not demonstrated an ability to acquire knowledge, reason effectively, and adapt to his environment.
• D)Yes.Ted has demonstrated an ability to acquire knowledge, reason effectively, and adapt to his environment.
• E)None of these response options makes sense.

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