Laura Is 8 Years Old; Her Performance on a Series

question 113

Multiple Choice

Laura is 8 years old; her performance on a series of tasks is equivalent to that of the average 10-year-old.Her intelligence quotient is:

• A)125.
• B)80.
• C)110.
• D)150.

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Definitions:

Australian Black Field Cricket

Teleogryllus commodus, a species of cricket native to Australia known for its distinctive chirping and reproductive behaviors.

Proximate-Level Hypothesis

A theory aiming to explain the immediate causes of biological processes or behaviors, focusing on mechanisms such as genetics, physiology, and environment.

Circadian Rhythm

The internal biological clock that regulates the sleep-wake cycle and other physiological processes within a roughly 24-hour period.

Juvenile Hormone (JH)

A regulatory substance produced by certain insects, involved in the control of development, reproduction, and other physiological functions.