Peter Is in Charge of Conducting an IQ Test in the School

question 92

Multiple Choice

Peter is in charge of conducting an IQ test in the school where he teaches. Which of the following points should he keep in mind about the test and the results?

• A) IQ is the sole indicator of competence in students.
• B) The IQ test is a measure of fixed potential in students.
• C) It is perfectly normal to stereotype students based on their test scores.
• D) In addition to students' intellectual competence, their creative and practical skills need to be considered.

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