Which Statement Best Describes One Criticism of the Validity of IQ

question 69

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes one criticism of the validity of IQ tests

• A) IQ tests are not particularly valid for testing academic intellect but are valid for testing practical intelligence. 
• B) IQ tests are valid for measuring practical intelligence, but not social intelligence. 
• C) IQ tests are reasonably valid indexes of academic ability, but do not tap into other skills or traits that may be important for other forms of success. 
• D) IQ tests reflect a focus on academic success but do not adequately test for predictors of academic success.

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Definitions:

Sleep Patterns

Refers to the rhythms of sleep and wakefulness, which are influenced by the 24-hour cycle, personal habits, and lifestyle choices.

Paradoxical Sleep

Another term for REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep, characterized by active brain patterns and vivid dreaming.

Slow-Wave Sleep

Slow-Wave Sleep refers to the deep sleep stage characterized by low frequency, high amplitude delta waves, important for memory consolidation and recovery.

REM Sleep

A phase of sleep characterized by rapid eye movement, during which vivid dreams commonly occur.