In one study highlighting the role of culture in relation to IQ, Sudanese children averaged 40 points lower when IQ tests required children to _____.

A. use pencils, which they had not used before
B. solve complex problems, which they could not solve
C. sit still, which is not practiced in their culture
D. recall knowledge that they already forgot


Ans: A. use pencils, which they had not used before

Psychology

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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