The Average Correlation Between Intelligence Scores Is Greater for Identical

question 3

Multiple Choice

The average correlation between intelligence scores is greater for identical twins than fraternal twins, supporting the _____ explanation of intelligence. The average correlation between intelligence scores for identical twins decreases when the twins are adopted and raised apart in different environments, supporting the _____ explanation of intelligence.

• A) nurture; nurture
• B) nurture; nature
• C) nature; nurture
• D) nature; nature

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Definitions:

Philip Zimbardo

Philip Zimbardo is a psychologist renowned for his research on social psychology, particularly the Stanford prison experiment, which explored the effects of perceived power and environment on behavior.

Group Pressure

The influence exerted by a group that encourages conformity of behavior and belief.

Perception

The process by which individuals organize and interpret their sensory impressions to give meaning to their environment.

Asch

Solomon Asch, a psychologist known for his research on conformity and social pressure.