Based on the Results of Cross-Sectional Intelligence Testing, _____ for the First

question 132

Multiple Choice

Based on the results of cross-sectional intelligence testing, _____ for the first half of the twentieth century.

• A) younger generations were considered to be smarter than older ones
• B) older generations were considered to be smarter than younger ones
• C) older generations were considered to know entirely different things than younger ones
• D) younger and older generations were considered equally smart

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Definitions:

Heredity and Environment

The dual factors that influence an individual's development and characteristics; heredity refers to genetic inheritance, while the environment encompasses all external factors.

Cultural Practices

These are the patterns of behavior accepted by a society that reflect the beliefs, customs, and traditions of its people.

Behavioral Similarity

The degree to which individuals in a group exhibit the same behaviors or patterns of action.

Culture

The shared values, beliefs, behaviors, and norms of a group of people or society.