The expressed purpose of the eugenics movement was to
A)improve a population's genetic stock by implementing sterilization plans for those of low IQ to prevent them from breeding.
B)improve a population's genetic stock by way of delivering increased educational training for those with high IQs.
C)improve a population's genetic stock by way of delivering increased educational training for those with low IQs.
D)improve a population's genetic stock by way of providing those with low IQ increased access to higher education.

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The eugenics movement aimed to improve the genetic makeup of the population by preventing those deemed "unfit" or "undesirable" from reproducing. This was often done through forced sterilization programs for those with low IQ or certain medical conditions. It was not focused on providing education or access to higher education.

The Expressed Purpose of the Eugenics Movement Was to