Asked by
Brayan Huffington
on Dec 01, 2024Verified
Isaac is an American middle-schooler in the present day. Ade is a Nigerian 10-year-old. Thirty years ago, Isaac's father's IQ was 100 when he was in school. Ade's father's IQ was also 100 three decades ago. Today, Isaac's IQ is probably around __________; that of Ade is likely to be approximately __________.
A) 109; 109
B) 109; 100
C) 100; 100
D) 100; 109
Flynn Effect
An observed increase in intelligence test scores, on average, over time, attributed to environmental factors like improved nutrition and education.
American Middle-schooler
A term denoting a student in the United States who is in middle school, typically ranging from ages 11 to 14.
Nigerian
Relating to Nigeria or its people, culture, or language, a West African country known for its diverse cultures, languages, and significant oil reserves.
- Understand the implications of the Flynn effect on intelligence measurements over time.
Verified Answer
KJ
Learning Objectives
- Understand the implications of the Flynn effect on intelligence measurements over time.