Which Statements Does NOT Accurately Describe the Effect of Enriched

question 229

Multiple Choice

Which statements does NOT accurately describe the effect of enriched environments on IQ

• A) Educational enrichment programs (e.g., Head Start) generally have not produced substantial, long-term gains in IQ. 
• B) The inability of enrichment programs to produce enduring increases in IQ indicates that intelligence is largely a product of heredity. 
• C) Some adoption studies have demonstrated that an improved environment can lead to meaningful increases in IQ. 
• D) The failure of enrichment programs to increase IQ scores may be due to the fact that the programs were poorly executed, or underfunded.

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Definitions:

Brain Structure

The anatomical organization of the brain, including its parts and their connections, which underlie cognitive functions and behaviors.

Sleep Patterns

The cyclical nature of sleep and waking states that an individual exhibits, including duration, quality, and consistency of sleep.

Serotonin Level

The concentration of serotonin, a key neurotransmitter involved in regulating mood, appetite, and sleep, in the brain.

Law of Effect

A principle of learning stating that behaviors followed by satisfying consequences tend to be repeated, while those followed by unsatisfying consequences are less likely to be repeated.