Differences in mean IQ scores and the calculated heritability indexes for IQ have
been interpreted by some in terms of genetic differences in intelligence between the
races. What is the book's position on this?
(a) it is known that there are no mean differences in the races due to genetics
(b) there are mean differences in actual intelligence between the races due to
genetics
(c) since the environments differ, known genetic components in individual
differences tell us nothing about genetic differences between groups
(d) none of the above
C
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a. trichromatic b. opponent-process c. retinex d. constancy
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a. explicit memory b. implicit memory c. schema-based memory d. sensory memory
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a. Seeking revenge enhances friendships. b. Boys are more interested in resolving conflicts than girls. c. There are no gender differences in conflict and friendships. d. none of these
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a. activation synthesis b. information processing c. protective d. lucid