If We Were to Find Out That Differences Among People

question 3

Multiple Choice

If we were to find out that differences among people were entirely environmental, would this show that genes are unimportant in development?

• A) Yes because it shows that people are entirely shaped by the environment
• B) Yes because it shows the importance of nurture over nature
• C) No because genes could still account for similarities among people
• D) No because nature and nurture are not separate entities

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Definitions:

Weschler Adult Intelligence Scale

A standardized test designed to measure adult intelligence, assessing various cognitive abilities and providing an IQ score.

Raven's Progressive Matrices

A nonverbal group test typically used to measure abstract reasoning and considered a good estimate of fluid intelligence.

Vocabulary Subtest

A component of an intelligence or standardized test aimed at measuring one's word knowledge and usage ability.

Environmental Factors

refers to external elements (like climate, pollution, and sociocultural aspects) that can influence living organisms and their development.