Suppose that a previously disadvantaged child has been placed into a loving adoptive home.The adoptive parents provide an enriching environment.Based upon the cumulative deficit hypothesis, which effect will the transition have on the child's IQ?

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The cumulative deficit hypothesis suggests that the longer a child is exposed to a deprived environment, the greater the negative impact on their cognitive development. When a child is placed into a loving and enriching adoptive home, the positive change in environment can lead to improvements in IQ, potentially bringing it into the normal or above-normal range.

Suppose That a Previously Disadvantaged Child Has Been Placed into a Loving