The Fact That Children with Genes for Average Intelligence Can

question 106

Multiple Choice

The fact that children with genes for average intelligence can actually develop either below-average, average, or above-average intelligence depending on their experiences best illustrates which of the following themes of development?

• A) Early development is related to later development, but not perfectly.
• B) Development is always jointly influenced by heredity and environment.
• C) Children help determine their own environment.
• D) Development in different domains is connected.

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Definitions:

Psychological World

Refers to the domain concerning the mind and behavior, encompassing mental processes and emotional experiences.

Symbolism

The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities, giving deeper meanings to objects, events, or relationships in literature, art, and culture.

Explicit Representations

Clear and detailed descriptions or models that precisely define or demonstrate concepts or objects.

Intuitive Wisdom

The ability to understand something instinctively, without the need for conscious reasoning.