PSYCHOLOGY OF EMOTIONS

THE PSYCHOLOGY OF EMOTIONS

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The widespread improvement in intelligence test performance during the past century is called
A
the normal curve.
B
stereotype threat.
C
the g factor.
D
standardization.
E
the Flynn effect.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -On average, IQ test scores worldwide have been increasing over time: younger generations perform better than older generations. Per generation, the average IQ test scores increase by 10 points. This is called the Flynn effect, after the researcher who first documented this phenomenon.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Flynn effect is the substantial and long-sustained increase in both fluid and crystallized intelligence test scores that were measured in many parts of the world over the 20th century.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Flynn Effect theorizes the average IQ score of 100 represents different levels of intelligence throughout time. This is because, James Flynn believes, intelligence among humans has risen throughout history due to factors like better education and a higher quality of life.

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