Cultural differences can impact IQ scores from "summary" of IQ and Human Intelligence by Nicholas Mackintosh
The idea that cultural differences can affect IQ scores is a contentious one. Some researchers argue that IQ tests are culturally biased, meaning that individuals from certain cultural backgrounds may be at a disadvantage when taking these tests. This bias can stem from a variety of factors, including language barriers, differing educational experiences, and unfamiliarity with the test format.
For example, a test question that relies on knowledge of a particular cultural reference may be easier for someone from that culture to answer compared to someone from a different cultural background. This can lead to discrepancies in test scores that are not necessarily reflective of an individual's true cognitive abilities. As a result, individuals from certain cultural groups may consistently score lower on IQ tests, not because they are less intelligent, but because the tests themselves are not measuring intelligence in a culturally fair way.
Furthermore, cultural differences c...
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