In the first half of the 20th century, a strong current of racial and class prejudice supported the idea that IQ tests measured innate ability and that "undesirable" groups scored poorly because of their genetic inferiority. This development BEST reflects which of the following themes of your textbook?
A)Psychology is empirical.
B)Psychology is theoretically diverse.
C)Psychology evolves in a sociocultural context.
D)Behavior is determined by multiple causes.

Question

In the first half of the 20th century, a strong current of racial and class prejudice supported the idea that IQ tests measured innate ability and that "undesirable" groups scored poorly because of their genetic inferiority. This development BEST reflects which of the following themes of your textbook? ​
A)Psychology is empirical.
B)Psychology is theoretically diverse.
C)Psychology evolves in a sociocultural context.
D)Behavior is determined by multiple causes.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The belief that IQ tests measured innate ability and the associated racial and class prejudices reflect how psychology and its applications are influenced by the sociocultural context of the time. This shows that psychological theories, practices, and beliefs do not exist in a vacuum but are shaped by the societal norms, values, and biases prevalent at the time.

In the First Half of the 20th Century, a Strong