The phenomenon of regression to the mean implies that if your parents are slightly more intelligent than the average,your intelligence is probably:
A) above average and greater than your parents'
B) above average but less than your parents'
C) average
D) below average

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Regression to the mean suggests that if an individual's trait (such as intelligence) is extreme compared to the population average, their offspring's trait is likely to be closer to the average. Thus, if parents are slightly more intelligent than average, their children are likely to also be above average but less extreme compared to the parents.

The Phenomenon of Regression to the Mean Implies That If