Which of the Following Is Incorrect Concerning Intelligence Tests

question 132

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is incorrect concerning intelligence tests?

• A) Intelligence tests are controversial and there is little consensus as to what intelligence means
• B) Intelligence tests are biased in favour of middle-class and upper-class European North Americans
• C) Various cultures around the world emphasize many different forms of reasoning that may not be assessed on intelligent tests
• D) Several cultural-fair tests exist that can be used with a variety of cultural minority groups

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Definitions:

Rapidly

Occurring in a short time or at a fast pace.

Maximizing

The strategy of seeking the best possible outcome or the highest possible utility when making a decision.

Availability Heuristic

A cognitive bias that causes people to overestimate the probability of events associated with memorable or vivid examples.

Satisficing

A decision-making strategy that entails selecting the first option that meets a minimum set of criteria, rather than optimizing.