Considering the Research on the Influence of Schooling on IQ

question 116

Multiple Choice

Considering the research on the influence of schooling on IQ, which statement would be the BEST advice to give to a state board of education?

• A) Have children start Grade 1 when they are 7 years old, rather than the traditional age of 6 years.
• B) Allow parents to push a child ahead one or two grades if they believe the child is ready.
• C) Lengthen the school year by shortening the summer vacation.
• D) Create Grades 13 and 14 to extend the number of years in high school.

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