The Results of Terman's Study of the 1,500 Intellectually Gifted

question 114

Multiple Choice

The results of Terman's study of the 1,500 intellectually gifted showed that as adults,

• A) most of the group had earned degrees in college or held professional positions.
• B) most were so emotionally disturbed that they could not hold a job.
• C) only three of the group had ever written a book or a scientific article.
• D) their IQ had declined to the average range.

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Definitions:

Deferred Costs

Expenses that are incurred but not immediately charged against income, typically spread over several accounting periods.

Rent-seeking Behavior

The practice of individuals or entities using resources to gain economic advantage from the government rather than contributing to wealth creation.

Transfer of Wealth

The movement of financial assets or resources from one individual, group, or entity to another, often through inheritance, gifts, or transactions.

Adverse Selection

A situation where one party in a transaction has more information than the other, often leading to an unfavorable outcome for the less informed party.