Intelligence - Cultural and Intel Testing Flashcards
1
Q
Is a IQ test applicable to all cultures?
A
No, it is difficult to apply a single IQ test across cultures, because culture affects how we talk and think about things
2
Q
Cultural Differences
A
Even within a country, cultural variability makes it difficult to develop IQ tests that tests everyone without bias
In the US, African American students consistently perform worse on SATs than Caucasian students
3
Q
SATs and American Culture
A
Perceived cultural differences affect performance, no just actual cultural differences.
