Mod 31 - Genetic and Environmental Influence on Intelligence Flashcards
1
Q
heritability
A
the traits/differences caused by genetics
2
Q
are genes solely responsible for intelligence
A
no, but they DO shape the experiences and traits that in turn shape us
3
Q
true/false: we can’t say what % of intelligence is inherited
A
true, we can only say WHY people might differ
4
Q
schooling effect (1997)
A
schooling and intelligence contribute to each other
5
Q
differences between ______ and ______ environments matter less than _______ environments
A
normal
“enriched”
deprived
6
Q
racial groups differ in average intelligence test scores. are intelligence tests racist?
A
high scorers reflect developed abilities partially from education and experiences
APA claims not
7
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