The Original Purpose of IQ Tests, and Still Their Primary

question 163

Multiple Choice

The original purpose of IQ tests, and still their primary function, is to?

• A) measure the effectiveness of different teaching methods.
• B) promote creativity.
• C) predict performance in school.
• D) help researchers test theories of intelligence.

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Definitions:

Furnishings

Items placed in a room or building to make it suitable for living or working in, such as chairs, tables, and beds.

Dorothea Dix

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Mentally Ill

A term describing individuals who have significant disorders in thought, emotion, or behavior, resulting in distress or impaired functioning.

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The ability of an individual or organization to interact effectively with people of different cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.