Many intelligence tests are biased because they:

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Intelligence tests may be biased if they reflect the cultures of some test takers more than others, meaning that individuals from certain cultural, ethnic, or socioeconomic backgrounds may perform better or worse on the test due to unfamiliarity with test items or questions that are based on knowledge or experiences that are unique to particular groups. This can result in inaccurate or unfair assessments of individuals' intelligence, potentially leading to discrimination or stereotyping. Nonverbal skills (choice A) and standardized administration procedures (choice B) do not necessarily contribute to bias, while using only standardized test items familiar to all test takers (choice D) may actually reduce potential bias by providing a level playing field for all individuals regardless of their background.

Many Intelligence Tests Are Biased Because They