Isaac Argues That Most Current IQ Tests Are Useless Because

question 113

Multiple Choice

Isaac argues that most current IQ tests are useless because they are unfairly biased against certain cultural groups.According to your text,Isaac's argument is supported by three of the following factors.Which statement is inaccurate?

• A) Noncognitive factors such as motivation, trust, and anxiety influence test performance.
• B) Most current IQ tests fail to predict success as well as the more "culture-fair" IQ tests.
• C) Most current IQ test items are based upon the vocabulary and experiences of middle-class culture in the United States.
• D) Some IQ tests may reward those test takers who interpret items exactly as expected by the test designer.

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