A 14- y ear-old child is given an IQ test. According to the test results, her IQ is 138. If she is given the same test the following week, it is likely that her IQ will be:
A. Somewhat lower than 138
B. Somewhat higher than 138
C. Either five points higher or lower
D. Cannot be determined
A. Somewhat lower than 138
Statistical regression states that scores will move closer toward the mean or the average score, which is between 90 and 110.
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