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CTET Paper II (Social Science) 29 Dec 2021 Solved Paper

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Use of IQ tests as a measure of intelligence -

is valid since they can predict intelligence accurately.
has been critiqued since many tests are culturally biased.
is very useful to rank and sort students in clear cut categories for their educability.
helps the teacher in predicting students’ academic performance and success.

Solution:

Concept:

IQ tests aim to measure intelligence, but they have been widely criticized for cultural bias.

Explanation:

Intelligence Quotient (IQ) is a score from standardized tests meant to assess reasoning and problem-solving ability.

The formula is

IQ = \frac{Mental\ Age}{Chronological\ Age} \times 100

However, many IQ tests contain questions and language that favor White, middle-class groups.

This cultural bias leads to lower performance from racially and culturally diverse students.

Thus, IQ tests are not a fair or accurate measure of intelligence for all groups.

Critics argue that the tests measure familiarity with a specific culture rather than innate intelligence.

Therefore, the use of IQ tests as a measure of intelligence has been critiqued for being culturally biased.

Answer:

B. has been critiqued since many tests are culturally biased.

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