Which of the Following Is NOT an Explanation That Is

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an explanation that is supported by evidence for the IQ discrepancies between blacks and whites?

• A) Genetic factors cause whites to be more intelligent than blacks.
• B) Economic factors lead to higher IQ scores among whites than blacks.
• C) Stereotype threat causes black students to score lower on intelligence tests.
• D) IQ scores among blacks can be improved by reducing stereotype threat.

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