Individuals who scored near 70 on earlier intelligence tests have scored ________ on more recent tests because the tests have been ________.
A) lower;correlated
B) lower;restandardized
C) higher;correlated
D) higher;restandardized

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The question is asking about a change in scores between earlier and more recent intelligence tests. The phrase "scored near 70 on earlier intelligence tests" indicates that the individuals being referred to had a score close to 70 on older tests. If they are scoring lower on more recent tests, it suggests that the scale may have shifted or the tests have been restandardized, meaning that a score that used to be considered "average" may now be scored lower. Therefore, the correct answer is B: lower;restandardized.

Individuals Who Scored near 70 on Earlier Intelligence Tests Have