Suppose It Is Determined That a Particular IQ Test Is

question 183

Multiple Choice

Suppose it is determined that a particular IQ test is biased against recent immigrants to the United States or Canada. This means that an immigrant child with an IQ score of 100 will probably

• A) do better in school than lifelong residents with the same IQ score.
• B) do worse in school than lifelong residents with the same IQ score.
• C) do about the same in school as lifelong residents with the same IQ score.
• D) get a lower score on the same test the next time he or she takes it.

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Definitions:

Semantic Memory

A component of long-term memory that involves the recollection of factual information, concepts, and ideas not linked to personal experience.

Nondeclarative Memory

A type of long-term memory that doesn’t require conscious thought to recall, such as skills and conditioned responses.

Phi Phenomenon

An optical illusion of perceived motion created by the successive presentation of static images.

Chunking Effect

A cognitive strategy that involves breaking down information into smaller, manageable units or chunks to improve memory and learning efficiency.