The Flynn Effect Refers to

question 243

Multiple Choice

The Flynn effect refers to

• A) the fact that bias continues to exist in IQ testing despite attempts to correct it.
• B) the fact that humans are becoming genetically more intelligent.
• C) the increase of intelligence test scores over time.
• D) the fact that researchers periodically restandardize tests.

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