You hear someone saying that "intelligence is intelligence, no matter where you go in the world." What is the most appropriate reaction, based upon Module 13?
A. Different cultures define intelligence differently.
B. If you are smart in one culture, you are going to be smart in all cultures.
C. The concept of "g" is universal and applies to all cultures.
D. Intelligent behavior in one culture is likely to be intelligent behavior in another culture.
Answer: A
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