Regarding Intelligence, Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 503

Multiple Choice

Regarding intelligence, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)Group differences in IQ scores are based on cultural and environmental diversity as much as on heredity.
• B)Since genes are fixed at birth, improving the environments in which children learn and grow is the main way in which we can ensure that they reach their full potential.
• C)People can be intelligent without being creative.
• D)People who are intelligent characteristically show wisdom in their decision making.

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Unequally Distributed

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Certificates

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Educational Achievement

The level of educational attainment or success a person or group has achieved, often measured through qualifications, grades, or test scores.