Which of the following statements corresponds most closely to Arthur Jensen's position on ethnic differences in average IQ scores?
a. IQ differences are a function of relative nutritional levels for different ethnic groups, particularly the amount of protein in one's diet.
b. IQ differences reflect the inherent bias in IQ tests toward different ethnic groups.
c. IQ differences are largely due to heredity.
d. Jensen is an interactionist and would partially endorse all of these statements.
C
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A. more common at the state rather than national level. B. more common at the national rather than the state level. C. equally common in the state and national levels. D. not allowed at either the state or national level.
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A) show significant gains in IQ throughout her school years B) display more stress behaviors, such as wiggling and rocking, C) have better study habits in elementary school D) prefer more challenging tasks
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Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.
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A) eight-year-olds found it impossible to recall the episodes in the interrelated way B) all children found it impossible to do so C) some young children became bored and had to be excused D) most children had strong emotional reactions E) all of the above