Three of the following statements about the effects of heredity and/or environment on intelligence are accurate.Which one is not accurate?
A)Children tend to get higher IQ scores when they attend school regularly.
B)Poor nutrition in the early years can adversely affect children's cognitive development.
C)Biologists working in the Human Genome Project have recently identified the chromosome that carries the "intelligence" gene.
D)On average, children's performance on intelligence tests has risen around the world, suggesting that improvements in environmental conditions enhance IQ.

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Biologists have not identified a single "intelligence" gene, as intelligence is influenced by many factors, both genetic and environmental. While certain genes may contribute to intelligence, it is a complex trait that involves many different genes and their interactions, as well as environmental factors such as nutrition, education, and social experiences.

Three of the Following Statements About the Effects of Heredity