In Order to Determine Whether a Particular Item on an IQ

question 87

Multiple Choice

In order to determine whether a particular item on an IQ test is biased against women, a psychologist would need to determine

• A) whether performance on this item correlates with overall performance as highly for women as it does for men.
• B) whether the percentage of women who answer the item correctly is higher or lower than 50%.
• C) what were the intentions of the person who wrote the item and included it in the test.
• D) what percentage of women say that they think the item looks unfair.

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Definitions:

Cultural Feminist

A branch of feminism that emphasizes the difference between women and men and believes in celebrating feminine qualities and experiences, often through social and cultural means.

Essentialism

The belief that entities have a set of attributes essential to their identity and function, often used in discussions of gender, race, and cultural identities.

Women's Uniqueness

An approach recognizing and valuing the distinct characteristics, perspectives, and contributions of women in various spheres of life.

Sociological Feminists

focus on understanding the social constructions of gender roles and gender inequality.