What Was the Purpose of the IQ Test Developed by Alfred

question 56

Multiple Choice

What was the purpose of the IQ test developed by Alfred Binet?

• A) to measure intelligence based on the most accepted theory of the time
• B) to compare the intelligence of different cultural subpopulations in the general population
• C) to determine the relative effects of genes and environment on intelligence
• D) to identify school children in need of remedial help

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Definitions:

Social Construction

The theory that perceptions of reality are shaped by the collective beliefs and values of society.

Gender Socialization

The process by which individuals learn the cultural norms and expectations associated with their gender through social interactions.

Nature-versus-nurture

An ongoing debate in psychology and sociology regarding the relative impact of genetic inheritance (nature) and cultural and environmental influences (nurture) on human behavior and traits.

Gender

A societal concept encompassing the expected duties, behaviors, pursuits, and characteristics deemed suitable for males and females by a specific culture.