Which statement is true regarding group differences in IQ scores?
A) Variation within ethnic groups is much greater than the variation between them.
B) The average score of European Americans is slightly higher than the average score of Asian Americans.
C) There is no significant difference between the average scores of those from upper-class communities and those from lower-class communities.
D) Genetic factors alone can account for differences in scores between ethnic groups.

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Many studies have shown that variation within ethnic groups (e.g. Asian Americans, African Americans) in terms of IQ scores is much greater than the variation between them. This highlights the importance of individual differences within groups rather than relying on stereotypes or generalizations based on ethnicity.

Which Statement Is True Regarding Group Differences in IQ Scores