According to the Flynn effect, for at least several generations
A) the IQ scores of the children are higher than those of their parents.
B) the IQ scores of the children are lower than those of their parents.
C) the IQ scores of both children and parents have remained about the same.
D) there is no correlation between the IQ scores of children and their parents.
Answer: A
Rationale: The Flynn effect refers to the steady population level increases in intelligence test scores over time.
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