Terman's Intention in Developing Intelligence Testing Was to

question 162

Multiple Choice

Terman's intention in developing intelligence testing was to

• A) apply the scientific method to the study of intelligence.
• B) promote the genetics movement and discourage people who were "unfit" from reproducing.
• C) identify which children should be placed at which grade levels, depending on their intellectual abilities.
• D) assist the government in implementing universal education for all children.

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Definitions:

Identical

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Rorschach Inkblot Test

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Q Sort

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