The Variability Hypothesis Suggested That

question 27

Multiple Choice

The variability hypothesis suggested that

• A)women were more biologically adaptable than men.
• B)men were statistically more likely than women to be geniuses.
• C)women were more likely than men to be mentally defective.
• D)All the above are correct.

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Definitions:

Sociable

Characteristic of enjoying being with people and interacting with them in a friendly manner.

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Social Psychologists

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Stanley Milgram

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